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Arkansas Razorbacks Defeat High Point Panthers, Advance to Sweet Sixteen
The Arkansas Razorbacks defeated the High Point Panthers 94-88 at the Moda Center on Saturday. The Razorbacks advance to the Sweet Sixteen for the fifth time in six years.
The Arkansas Razorbacks survived a challenge from the High Point Panthers, winning 94-88 to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. The game featured 15 lead changes. With 6:11 remaining, a Meleek Thomas three-pointer gave the Razorbacks a four-point lead. The Panthers tied the game with a Rob Martin five-point run. Darius Acuff Jr. responded with a seven-point run, including back-to-back layups and a three-pointer, putting Arkansas ahead 90-83. Acuff sealed the victory with two free throws, sending the Razorbacks to San Jose.
Key Facts
- Arkansas defeated High Point 94-88 at the Moda Center.
- The Razorbacks advance to the Sweet Sixteen for the fifth time in six years.
- There were 15 lead changes in the game.
- Darius Acuff Jr. scored 36 points and had six assists.
- Acuff made key plays late in the game.
- Malique Ewin made two free throws after a Cam'Ron Fletcher basket.
- Braden Hausen hit a three-pointer with nine seconds left, bringing the score to 92-88.
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Research Sources
- Salisbury Post — College men's basketball: Razorbacks get past High Point - Salisbury Post