when does arkansas basketball play again

Quick Scoop

The Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball team plays next today, Sunday, March 22, 2026 , in the NCAA Tournament (March Madness). Their game is scheduled for 8:45 p.m. CT (1:45 a.m. UTC) against the High Point Panthers in the First Round.

🏀 What to Know About the Next Game

• Opponent: #16 seed High Point Panthers
• Tournament: 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament – First Round
• Tip-off: 8:45 p.m. Central Time (instantly available on most sports streams after tip)
• Location: The round’s regional site (specific arena will be announced with the full bracket release)

• TV / Stream: ESPN family of networks (exact channel listed in the daily ESPN schedule)

Recent Context

Arkansas finished the regular season at 19–6 overall (10–4 in the SEC) after a strong late-season run that included wins over Auburn (88–75) and LSU (91–62). The Razorbacks entered tourney play as a #3 seed in their region, earning a rematch opportunity against a High Point squad that won its conference tournament to punch its ticket.

Upcoming Path (If They Advance)

Should Arkansas beat High Point, their likely Second Round matchup would be tomorrow night, Monday, March 23, 2026 , against the winner of the other First Round game in their bracket. Exact dates/times are finalized once the First Round concludes.

Why This Game Matters

This is the Razorbacks’ first bid to the NCAA Tournament since 2022 , marking a return to the big dance under head coach Eric Musselman after a three-year hiatus. A win here extends the season and keeps Arkansas’ hopes of a deep run—and another possible Elite Eight appearance—alive.

Full 2025–26 Postseason Schedule (so far)

Date| Round| Opponent| Result| Record
---|---|---|---|---
Mar 22, 2026| First Round| vs High Point| 7 p.m. CT – Today| 19–6
Mar 24, 2026*| Second Round| TBD (winner of other game)| TBD| TBD

*If Arkansas advances; times subject to NCAA selection show adjustments.

“This is what we worked for all year—getting back to March and giving our fans one more run,” said senior guard Tre Acuff Jr. after the final regular-season game.

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