Arkansas basketball is all set to make its annual trip south this afternoon. The Razorbacks (8 - 2) are gearing up to face an in-state rival in Central Arkansas on Saturday afternoon. This will be just the ninth meeting between the two schools in the Natural State, with the Hogs holding an 8 - 0 advantage over the Bears.

Signature Performance and Recent Games

After a remarkable Tuesday night, the Razorbacks emerged victorious with an 89 - 87 win over No. 14 Michigan. They erased a 15 - point deficit in the first half and then had to hold on tightly as they squandered an 18 - point advantage in the second half inside New York's Madison Square Garden.Central Arkansas (2 - 7), on the other hand, has been on a losing streak, having lost three consecutive games including their recent matchups against Little Rock and Arkansas Pine - Bluff.

How to Watch the Game

The Arkansas vs. Central Arkansas game will not be on TV. However, it is available to stream via SEC+ on ESPN.com and the ESPN app.

Game Details

Date: Saturday, Dec. 14Start time: 3 p.m. CTThe game will be played at approximately 3 p.m. CT on Saturday inside North Little Rock's Simmons Bank Arena.

Arkansas Basketball Schedule 2024 - 25

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