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NCAA Second Round: High Point vs Arkansas Preview, Odds, Predictions (March 21)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- The Panthers stunned Wisconsin in the Round of 64.
- The Razorbacks blew past Hawai’i in the first round.
- This marks the second all-time matchup between the two squads.
The college basketball world is set for an intriguing matchup in the West Region of the 2026 NCAA Tournament as the High Point Panthers take on the Arkansas Razorbacks in the second round. The latter stands out as the solid favorite, presenting a matchup that will have fans be on watch for a potential upset considering what happened in the first round
How to Watch
- When: Saturday, March 21, 9:45 pm ET
- Where: Moda Center, Portland, Oregon
- How to Watch: truTV & TBS
NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | -108 | +12 | O170 |
| Arkansas | -112 | -12 | U170 |
Game Preview
The Panthers (31-4) went viral in the basketball world, earning their first win in NCAA Tournament history after stunning Wisconsin in the first round. They were trailing by double-digits in the second half but rallied back to send the Badgers home in thrilling fashion. Rob Martin with 23 points, followed by Terry Anderson with 15, Cam’Ron Fletcher and Chase Johnston each with 14 and Owen Aquino with 11.
The Razorbacks (27-8) have great momentum as the SEC Tournament champions, blowing out Hawai’i in the Round of 64 of March Madness. Darius Acuff Jr. finished with 24 points and seven rebounds while Meleek Thomas added 21 points, eight rebounds and five assists. Together, Acuff and Thomas are the first freshman duo with at least 20 points and five assists in an NCAA Tournament game.
High Point vs Arkansas Head-to-Head
The two programs have had one meeting in their history, and the result is 1-0 for the Razorbacks. The last matchup was in December 2013 when Arkansas won 89-48 at home.
High Point vs Arkansas Predictions
The winner of this matchup will take on the victors between Arizona and Utah State in the Sweet 16. Arkansas will look to avoid crashing out of the tournament because High Point decided to have another elite performance on offense. The Razorbacks will have to be disciplined on the defensive side of the ball to stop the Panthers in their tracks. Our betting pick here is for the Razorbacks to defend a 12-point spread.
- Free NCAAB pick: Arkansas Razorbacks -12
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