Arkansas Faces Georgia in Upcoming MBB Clash

In an exciting Southeastern Conference (SEC) matchup, the 17th-ranked Arkansas Razorbacks (13-4, 3-1 SEC) are set to face the 20th-ranked Georgia Bulldogs (14-3, 2-2 SEC) on January 17. The game will take place at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia, with a scheduled tip-off at 4 PM ET (3 PM CT).

Match Overview

This contest marks the Razorbacks’ third road game in a challenging four-game stretch. Arkansas and Georgia both rank among the top scoring teams in the nation, with Georgia leading at an impressive 96.4 points per game, while Arkansas follows closely at 90.5 points per game. Notably, these teams are also the top two in the NCAA regarding fastbreak points, with Georgia averaging 24.8 and Arkansas at 21.1.

Key Facts and Statistics

• Date: January 17
• Time: 4 PM ET / 3 PM CT
• Location: Stegeman Coliseum, Athens, GA (capacity: 10,523)
• Broadcast: ESPN2 (Tom Hart and Dane Braadshaw)
• Radio Coverage: Learfield Razorback Sports Network (Chuck Barrett and Matt Zimmerman)
• Sirius/XM Channels: Sirius: 139, XM: 190, SXM App Online Channel 960

Team History and Previous Encounters

Arkansas and Georgia have clashed 45 times since the Razorbacks joined the SEC in the 1991-92 season. Arkansas holds the overall series lead with 28 victories against Georgia’s 17. The Razorbacks have been particularly dominant in matches held in Fayetteville, boasting a record of 15-3. However, they have faced challenges at Stegeman Coliseum, posting a 7-11 record there.

In their last encounter, Arkansas transformed a 12-point halftime deficit into a 68-65 victory, marking one of their most significant comebacks. This victory was particularly crucial, as it ended a rough SEC start for Arkansas, which had lost its first five conference games the previous season.

Player Spotlight

Meleek Thomas stands out as a freshman to watch, leading all NCAA freshmen with a remarkable 40.5% three-point shooting percentage. This performance illustrates Arkansas’s capabilities as they gear up for the matchup against the Bulldogs.

Looking Ahead

After facing Georgia, Arkansas will return to Bud Walton Arena for three of their next four games, starting with a matchup against Vanderbilt on January 20. As both teams look to solidify their positions in the SEC standings, this clash promises to be an intense and pivotal moment in the season.

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