Arkansas Razorbacks Take on Alabama Crimson Tide in SEC Matchup

No. 17 Arkansas looks to snap 5-game losing streak against Alabama

Feb. 20, 2026 at 5:47pm

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The No. 17 Arkansas Razorbacks (19-6, 9-3 SEC) will travel to Tuscaloosa to take on the Alabama Crimson Tide (18-7, 8-4) in a key SEC men's basketball matchup on Wednesday night. Arkansas is looking to snap a 5-game losing streak against Alabama, who have won the last 5 meetings between the two teams.

Why it matters

This game features two of the top teams in the SEC, with Arkansas sitting at No. 17 in the country and Alabama just outside the Top 25. The winner will take a big step towards securing a higher seed in the upcoming SEC Tournament and potentially the NCAA Tournament.

The details

Arkansas is led by guards Darius Acuff Jr. and Billy Richmond III, who combined for 56 points in the team's most recent win over Auburn. Alabama counters with a high-powered offense led by guards Aden Holloway, Labaron Philon Jr. and Latrell Wrightsell Jr., who combined for 58 points in the Crimson Tide's win over South Carolina. Alabama has won 5 straight meetings with Arkansas, including an 85-81 victory last season.

  • The game is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET.
  • Arkansas has won 6 of its last 7 games, while Alabama has won 4 straight.

The players

Darius Acuff Jr.

Arkansas guard who tied a career high with 31 points in the team's last game.

Billy Richmond III

Arkansas guard who scored a career-high 25 points in the team's last game.

Aden Holloway

Alabama guard who led the team with 20 points in their last game.

Labaron Philon Jr.

Alabama guard who scored 19 points off the bench in their last game.

Latrell Wrightsell Jr.

Alabama guard who also scored 19 points off the bench in their last game.

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What they’re saying

“We must be ready to match Alabama's high-powered offense. Our defense will be key in this game.”

— Eric Musselman, Arkansas Head Coach

“This is a big opportunity for us to prove we can beat one of the top teams in the SEC.”

— Nate Oats, Alabama Head Coach

What’s next

The winner of this game will take a big step towards securing a higher seed in the upcoming SEC Tournament.

The takeaway

This matchup between two of the SEC's top teams should be an exciting, high-scoring affair. Arkansas' ability to control the glass and generate efficient looks could be the difference, as they look to snap a 5-game losing streak against Alabama.