Arkansas Coach John Calipari Earns 900th Career Win

Calipari becomes fifth Division I men's basketball coach to reach the milestone

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Arkansas head coach John Calipari earned his 900th career win on Saturday as the Razorbacks defeated the Missouri Tigers 88-84. Calipari is now the fifth Division I men's basketball coach to reach the 900-win milestone, and he is just three wins away from tying Roy Williams for the fourth spot on the all-time wins list.

Why it matters

Calipari's 900th career win is a significant achievement, as only a handful of coaches in Division I men's basketball history have reached this milestone. It speaks to Calipari's longevity and success as a head coach, having led programs at UMass, Memphis, Kentucky, and now Arkansas.

The details

In the win over Missouri, guard Maleek Thomas led the way for Arkansas, scoring 28 points with five made three-pointers. Forward Trevon Brazile also had a strong game, contributing 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals. The victory improved Arkansas' record to 28-3 on the season as they head to the SEC Tournament quarterfinals.

  • On Saturday, March 7, 2026, Arkansas defeated Missouri 88-84.

The players

John Calipari

The head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks, who earned his 900th career win on Saturday.

Maleek Thomas

The Arkansas guard who scored 28 points, including 5 three-pointers, in the win over Missouri.

Trevon Brazile

The Arkansas forward who contributed 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals in the victory.

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What they’re saying

“Reaching 900 wins is an incredible accomplishment, and I'm proud of our team for helping me achieve this milestone.”

— John Calipari, Head Coach, Arkansas Razorbacks

What’s next

Calipari and the Razorbacks will compete in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals in Nashville, Tennessee.

The takeaway

John Calipari's 900th career win is a testament to his sustained excellence as a college basketball coach over the past three decades. As he approaches the all-time wins record, Calipari's legacy as one of the game's greatest coaches continues to grow.