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Arkansas Advances After Overtime Win Over Ole Miss

PUBLISHED Mar 14, 2026, 9:36 AM ET

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Nashville — Arkansas defeated Ole Miss 93-90 in overtime Saturday to reach the SEC tournament final, after Ole Miss upset Alabama and became the first 15-seed to reach the semifinals. Darius Acuff scored 24 and led Arkansas; Vanderbilt beat Florida to set a title matchup Sunday. ESPN Analytics favored Arkansas and bracketologists project a mid-single-digit NCAA seed for the Razorbacks; recruiting interest around Ole Miss continued amid the run. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Ole Miss ended regular season on a 1-12 stretch before the SEC Tournament.
Ole Miss upset Alabama 80-79 in the SEC quarterfinals.
Arkansas beat Oklahoma in its quarterfinal with Darius Acuff Jr. scoring 37.
Arkansas defeated Ole Miss 93-90 in overtime in the SEC semifinal.
Vanderbilt beat Florida to set the Arkansas vs. Vanderbilt SEC championship game.

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This game shows the unpredictability and excitement of college basketball. Ole Miss, despite a rough season, made history in the SEC tournament. If you're a fan, it's a reminder to keep hope alive. If you're a parent, it's a lesson in resilience for your kids.

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Who Benefited

Arkansas and Vanderbilt benefited most by advancing to the SEC title game, improving seeding and exposure for the NCAA Tournament; recruiting programs and prospects gained visibility from in-state visits and renewed attention to Ole Miss recruiting.

Who Impacted

Ole Miss suffered a narrow overtime loss that ended its improbable run and removed its only direct path to the NCAA Tournament absent an SEC title; Alabama and other bubble teams faced altered postseason calculations after upsets.

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