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'I really expected it': Mitchell's big night proves Council right

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Arkansas forward/center Makhi Mitchell (15) dunks on Monday, Nov. 28, 2022, during the first half of a basketball game at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville. Visit nwaonline.com/221129Daily/ for the photo gallery.

FAYETTEVILLE — Ricky Council just had a gut feeling.

As he made his way to Bud Walton Arena on Monday for No. 11 Arkansas’ game against Troy, the Wichita State transfer had a reoccurring thought that Razorbacks forward Makhi Mitchell was going to put together a big performance.

Following the 74-61 victory, the only thing Council had to be irritated about was the fact he kept the hunch to himself.