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Freshman fire fuels Razorbacks’ comeback win over Oklahoma

The Arkansas Razorbacks showed grit, growth, and a fearless belief in their future on Saturday night, storming back from a second-half deficit to defeat the Oklahoma Sooners 83–79. At the heart of the comeback was a freshman backcourt duo that continues to announce itself on the national stage: Darius Acuff Jr. and Meleek Thomas.

Darius Acuff Jr. and Meleek Thomas Lead The Way For Arkansas

Arkansas leaned heavily on its young stars when it mattered most, and they delivered in emphatic fashion.

Acuff Jr. was the engine that drove the Razorbacks all night, putting together one of the most efficient performances you’ll see at the collegiate level.