Kleine gets kick watching Gafford

FAYETTEVILLE -- Joe Kleine had planned to watch Daniel Gafford and the University of Arkansas basketball team play Alabama on Saturday on television from his home in Little Rock.

Instead, Kleine -- the former Razorbacks All-American 7-foot center who played 15 seasons in the NBA -- found himself with a midcourt seat in Walton Arena calling the game as a color analyst for the SEC Network telecast.

Kleine became a late replacement when Barry Booker -- who was scheduled to work the game -- had travel problems that prevented him from getting to Fayetteville.

Working the game allowed Kleine the opportunity to see Gafford's game up close.

"When you're that close and see the things Daniel does -- and…