Preview: No. 8 Florida Gators at Arkansas Razorbacks
When: Saturday, 4 p.m. (ET)
Where: Bud Walton Arena / Fayetteville, Ark.
Records: Florida (14-1, 1-1) / Arkansas (11-4, 0-2)
TV: ESPN (Karl Ravech and Jimmy Dykes)
Radio: Gator Sports Network from LEARFIELD
Ticket Info: Available for purchase
Projected Starters
| Arkansas | Position | Height / Weight | Class | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adou Thiero | F | 6-8 / 220 | Junior | 16.9 pts / 5.9 reb |
| Jonas Aidoo | F | 6-11 / 240 | Senior | 5.8 pts / 4.2 reb |
The Breakdown
No. 8 Florida faces off against Arkansas in a crucial SEC matchup. Florida comes off a historic win against top-ranked Tennessee, while Arkansas looks to bounce back after a home loss to Ole Miss.
Tale of the Tape
| Florida | Statistics | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| 87.8 | Scoring | 79.4 |
The Gators
After a strong defensive performance against Tennessee, Florida looks to continue their dominance on both ends of the floor. Key players like Alijah Martin and Walter Clayton Jr. will play a crucial role in the upcoming game.
The Razorbacks
Arkansas faces a tough challenge after a slow start to the season. With notable players like Adou Thiero and DJ Wagner, the Razorbacks will look to turn things around against Florida.
Numbers of Note
Several key stats to watch in the upcoming matchup include Chinyelu’s rebound average, UF’s rebounding margin, UF’s scoring margin, and more.
Bottom Line
Florida’s defense will be put to the test in this matchup against Arkansas. Can the Gators replicate their strong defensive performance from the previous game?
Contact Chris Harry at chrish@gators.ufl.edu for more information.