Razorbacks Seek to Rebound After Tough Loss to Alabama

Arkansas must find a way to win without injured star Karter Knox against Missouri

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Arkansas Razorbacks are coming off a tough double-overtime loss to Alabama, but fans are focused on the breakout performance of freshman guard Darius Acuff Jr., who scored 49 points. However, the Razorbacks now face a crucial game against Missouri as they try to bounce back from the Alabama defeat and overcome the loss of injured forward Karter Knox for the rest of the season.

Why it matters

The loss to Alabama has essentially taken Arkansas out of contention for the SEC regular season championship, putting them in a three-game hole behind Florida. With Knox now sidelined, the Razorbacks must find a way to win without their injured star, making the Missouri game a crucial test as they try to maintain their NCAA Tournament positioning.

The details

In the double-overtime loss to Alabama, Acuff put on a scoring display, but the Razorbacks ultimately fell short. Now, they must regroup and find a way to win without Knox, who is likely out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery. The team's big men, including Nick Pringle, Malique Ewin and Trevon Brazile, will need to step up defensively to make up for Knox's absence.

  • The Razorbacks lost to Alabama in double-overtime on February 15, 2026.
  • Arkansas is set to host Missouri on February 22, 2026.

The players

Darius Acuff Jr.

A freshman guard for the Arkansas Razorbacks who scored 49 points in the loss to Alabama, drawing national attention.

Karter Knox

An Arkansas forward who is likely out for the rest of the season after undergoing surgery, leaving the Razorbacks short-handed.

Nick Pringle

An Arkansas big man who will need to step up defensively to help make up for Knox's absence.

Malique Ewin

An Arkansas big man who will need to contribute more on the defensive end against Missouri.

Trevon Brazile

An Arkansas big man who will be counted on to provide a defensive presence in the paint.

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What they’re saying

“Did you see Acuff almost hit that winning shot?”

— Arkansas Fan (Social Media)

“They were talking about Acuff on ESPN.”

— Arkansas Fan (Social Media)

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