Razorbacks Host Missouri in Play4Kay Rematch Seeking First SEC Win

Arkansas women's basketball team looks to snap SEC skid against Tigers

Feb. 5, 2026 at 1:15pm

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The Arkansas women's basketball team will host Missouri on Thursday night in a rematch of their earlier SEC matchup, as the Razorbacks search for their first conference win of the season. Arkansas enters the game 11-12 overall and 0-8 in SEC play, while Missouri is 15-9 and 3-6 in the league. The Razorbacks have had the edge at home in recent years, winning five of the last six meetings in Fayetteville. The game also serves as Arkansas' annual Play4Kay contest, raising awareness for breast cancer.

Why it matters

The Razorbacks are still seeking their first SEC victory under new head coach Kelsi Musick, navigating a tough conference slate that has included seven ranked opponents in their first 10 league games. A win over Missouri would provide a much-needed boost for Arkansas as it looks to finish the season strong.

The details

Arkansas is coming off a 93-73 loss to No. 18 Kentucky on Sunday, in which the Razorbacks led late in the third quarter before being outscored 52-29 down the stretch. Junior Emily Robinson had a season-high 20 points in that game, while Taleyah Jones went a perfect 10-for-10 at the free-throw line. The Razorbacks continue to rely on their work on the glass, where Bonnie Deas' 202 rebounds rank among the SEC leaders. Missouri arrives with momentum after an 88-80 road win over Mississippi State, led by Grace Slaughter's 19.3 points per game, one of the top marks in the SEC.

  • The game is set for Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. on SECN+.
  • The teams previously met on January 15, 2026, with Missouri claiming a 94-69 victory.

The players

Kelsi Musick

The head coach of the Arkansas women's basketball team, in her first season leading the Razorbacks.

Grace Slaughter

A Missouri player averaging 19.3 points per game, one of the top marks in the SEC.

Bonnie Deas

An Arkansas player whose 202 rebounds rank among the SEC leaders, and the team averages 42.7 boards per game.

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What’s next

Following Thursday's contest, Arkansas heads back on the road to face Florida on Sunday.

The takeaway

This game represents an important opportunity for the Arkansas women's basketball team to earn its first SEC win of the season and build momentum heading into the final stretch of the conference schedule.