Arkansas Advances After Overtime Win Over Ole Miss
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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.
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Timeline
- 1. Ole Miss ended regular season on a 1-12 stretch before the SEC Tournament.
- 2. Ole Miss upset Alabama 80-79 in the SEC quarterfinals.
- 3. Arkansas beat Oklahoma in its quarterfinal with Darius Acuff Jr. scoring 37.
- 4. Arkansas defeated Ole Miss 93-90 in overtime in the SEC semifinal.
- 5. Vanderbilt beat Florida to set the Arkansas vs. Vanderbilt SEC championship game.
Why it matters
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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