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Arkansas survives High Point, advances to Sweet 16

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Portland, Ore. — The No. 4 University of Arkansas men’s basketball team defeated No. 12 High Point 94-88 in the NCAA Tournament second round on Saturday, March 21, with freshman Darius Acuff Jr. scoring 36 points to lead the Razorbacks to a regional semifinal berth. Arkansas’ victory advances the Razorbacks to the Sweet 16 in San Jose next weekend, where they will face either No. 1 Arizona or No. 9 Utah State; ticket offers were posted this week and an official game time will be announced following other second-round outcomes.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

High Point upset No. 5 Wisconsin 83-82 in the Round of 64.
Arkansas defeated Hawaii 97-78 in the Round of 64.
Arkansas beat High Point 94-88 in the second round on March 21.
Darius Acuff Jr. scored 36 points in the second-round victory.
Arkansas advances to the Sweet 16 in San Jose to face Arizona or Utah State.

Why This Matters to You

If you're a basketball fan, this is a thrilling time. Arkansas' victory means they're one step closer to the NCAA championship. If you're in San Jose, you might want to snag a ticket to see the Razorbacks in action next weekend.

The Bottom Line

Arkansas' freshman Darius Acuff Jr. is a player to watch, scoring 36 points in the second-round victory. The Razorbacks are on a roll, and their next game could be a big one against either Arizona or Utah State. Worth forwarding if you know someone who loves a good underdog story.