Arkansas Razorbacks SEC Tournament Betting Odds, Preview
After going 13-5 in conference play, the Arkansas Razorbacks have secured the number three seed in the SEC Conference tournament, benefiting from a double bye while sitting on the opposite side of the Florida Gators in the bracket. Even when dealing with injuries, the Razorbacks were able to end their year on a high note, beating Missouri 88-84 in overtime.
Their offense has arguably been one of the most efficient units in the conference, ranking sixth in the nation in Adjusted Offensive Rating and third in Turnover Percentage. Star freshmen Darius Acuff Jr has played a major role in their success, averaging 22.2 Points and 6.4 Assists per game.
Heading into Nashville, the Razorbacks will need to win three games in three days starting on Friday, kicking things off with a matchup against the winner of Texas A&M and South Carolina/Oklahoma.
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Arkansas Razorbacks to Win SEC Tournament?
Sitting near the top of the oddsboard, the Razorbacks are an intriguing pick to win the SEC Conference tournament due to their placement. Not only do they get to avoid Florida until the finals, but they may also cruise in the semis with Alabama incapable of slowing down their offense. It’s also no guarantee they play the Crimson Tide, potentially benefiting from an upset to help increase their chances of moving on to the championship.
Before placing a wager on the Razorbacks, it’s worth waiting to see if Acuff Jr is available to play on Friday as he is currently listed as questionable while dealing with an ankle injury. His production has been vital to the Razorbacks success, drawing defensive attention away from his teammates which helps increase the quality of their shot attempts at multiple levels of the court.
If Arkansas rules out Acuff Jr to help preserve him for the NCAA Tournament, then avoid placing a wager on the Razorbacks to win the SEC conference championship as their drop off in production on offense will bring in a high amount of variance into their contests. Especially with their defense incapable of masking his loss of production, fielding a lineup who ranks near the bottom of the board in Def Rebound Percentage and in Effective Field Goal Percentage.
Coach Cal’s SEC Tournament History
Head coach John Calipari oozes success when it comes to leading his team in the conference tournament, going 40-9 during his time with Kentucky while securing six SEC Conference championships. His six titles puts him in second for all time winners, sitting seven behind Adolph Rupp for first.
Before his run with the Wildcats, Calipari was also successful in his tenures with UMass and Memphis, winning a combined nine conference championships. With 15 in total, Calipari is tied with Mike Krzyzewski for first – giving him the opportunity to take sole possession of first while the legendary Duke Blue Devils coach is retired.
Arkansas Razorbacks Bracketology Analysis
Per Joe Lunardi, the Razorbacks are currently in possession of the fifth seed in the East, slotting them in the same region as Duke and Michigan State. With Alabama holding on to a three seed, the Razorbacks could potentially leap over the Crimson Tide, solidifying their position if they win the conference championship.
The Razorbacks are also prone to slipping to a sixth seed if they lose their first game in conference tournament play, especially if North Carolina, BYU, and Wisconsin all make a run in their respective tournaments. With a wide range of outcomes, it’s paramount the Razorbacks succeed in this year’s SEC tournament, creating a more favorable path to the national championship in the process.
BetSaracen Sportsbook Offerings For SEC Tournament & March Madness
Right now, BetSaracen currently has lines up for both the SEC Tournament and March Madness. They have a vast selection of lines, with a focus on local teams like the Arkansas Razorbacks. They are also currently accepting signups for their SEC Basketball Survivor Pool, a tournament-long survivor series.
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- Arkansas to make the Final 4: +170
- Arkansas to win the SEC tournament: +700
- Arkansas to win March Madness: +6000
There are plenty of more options on the BetSaracen app.
