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Arkansas Faces Ole Miss in SEC Semifinal Showdown

3/15/2026

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Summary

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The SEC Tournament semifinal features Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Ole Miss Rebels on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET in Nashville.
Arkansas is the No. 3 seed and a 9.5-point favorite after beating Oklahoma 82-79, with Darius Acuff scoring 37 points.
Ole Miss is the No. 15 seed and seeks a fourth upset after beating Texas, Georgia, and Alabama, with the winner advancing to SEC Championship and earning an NCAA Tournament bid.

History

Historical Context

The 1992 SEC Basketball Tournament, held from March 12-15 in Birmingham, Alabama, marked a pivotal moment for college basketball as the University of Kentucky, under coach Rick Pitino, secured its 17th SEC title by defeating Alabama 80-54. This victory not only highlighted Kentucky's resurgence after a two-year NCAA ban but also underscored the tournament's role in shaping NCAA Tournament bids and recruitment strategies for future teams.

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Story summary

The SEC Tournament semifinal features Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Ole Miss Rebels on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET in Nashville.
Arkansas is the No. 3 seed and a 9.5-point favorite after beating Oklahoma 82-79, with Darius Acuff scoring 37 points.
Ole Miss is the No. 15 seed and seeks a fourth upset after beating Texas, Georgia, and Alabama, with the winner advancing to SEC Championship and earning an NCAA Tournament bid.

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