Calipari's 900th Win: Arkansas Tops Missouri in Overtime
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COLUMBIA, Mo. Arkansas defeated Missouri 88-84 in overtime Saturday, giving coach John Calipari his 900th Division I men's victory. Meleek Thomas scored 28 points, and Trevon Brazile added 19 points and nine rebounds; Malique Ewin contributed 17 points and four late free throws. Mark Mitchell scored a career-high 32 as Missouri finished the regular season 20-11 (10-8 SEC). Darius Acuff Jr. missed the game with an undisclosed injury. The Razorbacks improved to 23-8 (13-5 SEC). Game details and statistics were confirmed by multiple news outlets. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline
- 1. Regular season proceeds with Arkansas and Missouri accumulating SEC records ahead of finale.
- 2. Saturday: Arkansas and Missouri play regular-season finale; game goes to overtime.
- 3. Late overtime: Trevon Brazile hit a 3-pointer; Malique Ewin made four late free throws.
- 4. Final score: Arkansas 88, Missouri 84; John Calipari reaches 900 career Division I wins.
- 5. Postgame: Records recorded (Arkansas 23-8, 13-5 SEC; Missouri 20-11, 10-8 SEC) and teams prepare for conference tournament.
Why it matters
If you're a college basketball fan, this is a milestone. John Calipari's 900th Division I win is a testament to his coaching prowess. It's a reminder that dedication and hard work pay off. Check out the SEC tournament to see how Arkansas and Missouri fare next.
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