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Lipscomb at Duquesne & Baylor at Gonzaga

Hope everyone is staying safe out there with this weather tonight.

Getting this up a little early so you can make evening plans.

Arkansas will play Lipscomb on Wednesday at BWA and Baylor on Saturday at American Airlines Center in Dallas. Both Lipscomb and Baylor play tonight, so we are all scouting.

Lipscomb at Duquesne — 7 p.m. CT on ESPN+ (Watch link) (Live stats)

No. 8 Baylor at No. 6 Gonzaga — 10:30 p.m. CT on ESPN2 (Watch link) (Live stats)

Predicting Arkansas’ non-conference record for 2024-25 season


Arkansas has a new coach, completely new roster and a ton of excitement surrounding its basketball program entering the 2024-25 season.

Hall of Fame head coach John Calipari is set to officially take the reins as the Head Hog with his prototypical roster that consists of highly talented guards. His squad was ranked preseason No. 16 by the Associated Press (AP).

Expectations were high after the Razorbacks handled preseason AP No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks in a charity exhibition 85-69, and they remain at a good level despite the 66-65 exhibition loss to TCU in Dallas on Friday. After the Kansas win, Calipari was quick to remind the fanbase not to do backflips, but Razorback fans are feverishly awaiting the start of the season.

Keeping with the annual tradition at HawgBeat, I will be giving my preseason predictions for the Hogs' schedule. Here are my predictions since 2020:

2020 predictions: 21-5 (13-5)
2020 actual record: 21-5 (13-4) (Texas A&M game canceled)
2021 predictions: 20-11 (10-8)
2021 actual record: 24-7 (13-5)
2022 predictions: 26-5 (15-3)
2022 actual record: 19-12 (8-10)
2023 predictions: 22-9 (10-8)
2023 actual record: 16-17 (6-12)


*records do not include the SEC or NCAA Tournaments

Nov. 6 - Lipscomb: Win (1-0)​

Lipscomb head coach Lennie Acuff has drawn plenty of praise from high major head coaches over the offseason, including Calipari, as he has led the Bison to back-to-back 11-win seasons in the A-SUN.

Unfortunately for Acuff, his team will just be overmatched in Fayetteville.

Nov. 9 - Baylor (neutral): Loss (1-1)​


The Razorbacks certainly won't waste any time in testing themselves by facing off against preseason No. 8 Baylor at a neutral site. Head coach Scott Drew is one of the best in today's game, earning a top three seed in each of the last four NCAA Tournaments, including winning a national championship in 2021.

Drew dipped into the transfer portal and added Duke transfer Jeremy Roach and Miami transfer Norchad Omier, on top of bringing in five-star freshman V.J.

Edgecombe. They also return key backcourt contributors Langston Love and Jayden Nunn.

Baylor has a far more experienced roster, but the battle in the backcourt will be one of the best early matchups in all of college basketball. Drew's Baylor teams are known for having ferocious defensive backcourts, and the Razorbacks have a speedy combo in five-star freshman Boogie Fland and Kentucky transfer DJ Wagner, plus veteran wing Johnell Davis from Florida Atlantic.

The Razorbacks should be able to win on the glass and win in the paint if at full strength, but I am giving the edge to Baylor due to how early the game is in the season and how veteran of a team the Bears have.

Nov. 13 - Troy: Win (2-1)​


The Troy Trojans have emerged as one of the top teams in the Sun Belt Conference over the past three seasons, finishing third, fifth and fourth place in the regular season standings, respectively. But similarly to Lipscomb, the Trojans will likely just be too out-manned in Fayetteville.

Nov. 18 - Pacific: Win (3-1)​


Pacific finished winless in the West Coast Conference last season and has a first-year head coach in Dave Smart. There will likely be growing pains, and Smart inherited next-to-nothing.

Nov. 22 - Little Rock: Win (4-1)​


The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reported in April that Little Rock head coach Darrell Walker interviewed for the open Razorback men's basketball coaching position. The Razorback legend remained at Little Rock, where he hopes to guide the Trojans to back-to-back regular season titles in the Ohio Valley Conference.

Walker grabbed high major talent in the portal in LSU transfer Mwani Wilkinson and Memphis transfer Johnathan Lawson. Perhaps the biggest offseason victory for Walker was returning first-team OVC guard KK Robinson, though he is dealing with an undisclosed injury and is out of action for the foreseeable future.

The Trojans might stick around for a bit and will have good length and athleticism compared to other early season matchups, but ultimately will likely come up short against the Razorbacks.

Nov. 25 - Maryland Eastern Shore: Win (5-1)​


Maryland Eastern Shore has produced just two winning conference records in the past decade in the MEAC. Last season, they finished No. 347 out of 362 division one programs on KenPom. The Hawks just won't have the talent to run with the Razorbacks.

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Jonas Aidoo working hard to get healthy for Arkansas

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Arkansas basketball assistant coach Chuck Martin provided an update Tuesday on the health status of Preseason Second-Team All-SEC center Jonas Aidoo.

The former Tennessee big man transfer did not fully participate at either of Arkansas' "Tip-Off Tour" events Oct.12 or Oct. 13 and he did not play in either of the Razorbacks' preseason charity exhibitions against No. 1 Kansas and TCU.

"He’s getting better," Martin said. "He’s getting better. We’re taking it day by day. We’ll have a better feel hopefully by tomorrow morning. But he’s certainly getting better. We’re excited about the possibility of him returning soon."

While no specific details have emerged for Aidoo's injury, associate head coach Chin Coleman said that he thinks Aidoo is close to dawning the cardinal and white for the first time.

RELATED: Arkansas basketball player profile: Jonas Aidoo

"I think that that’s up to our medical staff," Coleman said Oct. 29. "(Aidoo's) working extremely hard to get back on the floor. To get back to playing the game he loves. Something he said to me yesterday, he had a workout yesterday, looked a lot better. I think he’s coming along, but I think that our goal is for everybody to be healthy by our first game."

Last season for the Volunteers, 6-foot-11, 240-pound Aidoo was named AP First Team All-SEC and was voted to the SEC All-Defensive Team after averaging 11.4 points and 7.3 rebounds per game. He ranked third in the league in blocked shots (66) and was fourth in the conference in double-doubles with eight.

Aidoo is not the only Hoop Hog recovering from injury, as Coleman pointed out Trevon Brazile, Adou Thiero and Johnell Davis as players still getting up to full speed since their return. Arkansas may have had success against a Hunter Dickinson-less Kansas team, but it'll need Aidoo back for the long haul once the season tips off Wednesday against Lipscomb.

"We would love to have everyone healthy right now, but I think that the main thing is for everybody to be healthy by the beginning of the real, regular season," Coleman said. "That may or may not happen, but I think we’re close and I think he’s chomping at the bit to try and be available for us at the beginning of the season.

"I think that he’s close, but our medical staff, Matt and the doctors, are doing a really good job. Strength and conditioning coach, B-Rich, they’re working extremely hard to get him and have him available."

Up next, No. 16 Arkansas will open its season Wednesday against the Lipscomb Bisons at 7 p.m CT inside Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville. The game will be broadcast on SEC Network Plus.
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Arkansas basketball player profile: DJ Wagner

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From @DanielFair:

When John Calipari left Kentucky over the offseason to become the next head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks, he brought three of his players with him, and all three are expected to play big roles with the Hoop Hogs this season.

One of those players is D.J. Wagner, a point guard heading into his second season of college basketball.

Fans got their first look at Wagner during the Razorbacks' 85-69 win over the No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks on Oct. 25 and he put on quite a show. Wagner led the Hogs in scoring with 24 points and he had four rebounds in 35 minutes of action.

"Just going out there and playing with confidence," Wagner said after the game. "My teammates, my coaches tell me to go out there and play with confidence. If I’m open, shoot it, so just going out there knowing that they have my back like that, it was easy just to let it go."

In Arkansas' second preseason exhibition game at TCU on Friday, Wagner scored six points on 3-of-9 shooting (0-of-3 3PT) with two rebounds, two assists, one steal and five turnovers.

HawgBeat will profile each key part of Arkansas' roster ahead of the season. In this profile, we’ll take a closer look at Wagner, what he brings to the table for the Razorbacks, where he needs to improve and where he fits in the rotation.

Wagner's freshman season at Kentucky was less than ideal, as he battled an ankle injury that took away from his athleticism and burst which, in turn, dropped his draft stock.

Make no mistake, though, Wagner has all the talent and potential necessary to make a huge jump from his freshman to sophomore season and be a force in the Southeastern Conference.

Now in a Razorback uniform, Wagner is healthy and looking to show NBA scouts he has the tools to be effective at the next level...

Bio:​


Position: Point guard
Height/Weight: 6-foot-4, 195 pounds
Year: Sophomore
Previous School: Kentucky
2023-24 Stats: 9.9 points, 1.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.8 steals on 40.5 FG%, 29.2 3PT%, and 76.6 FT%.

Highlights:​


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What Wagner brings to the table:​


The most notable thing you notice about Wagner at Arkansas is his burst. He has an insanely fast first step that allows him to blow by defenders and get downhill in a hurry. In turn, he's able to finish efficiently at the rim or pass the ball out to his teammates for open looks.

Wagner is not necessarily the most lethal knockdown shooter on the team, but he's certainly capable of it and showed that against Kansas by hitting two triples. He only shot 29.2% from deep last season, but if he can improve that number, he becomes yet another threat the Hogs have to score from three.

Defensively, Wagner has great lateral quickness that allows him to stay in front of defenders and not get get off the dribble easily. For a guard, he's great at protecting the rim and not allowing defenders to have easy looks.

As we mentioned above, Wagner dealt with an injury last season that took away from what should have been a one-and-done campaign. Calipari said over the offseason that Wagner is healthy and looks as athletic as he's ever been, and Wagner showed that to be true versus the Jayhawks.

Where Wagner needs to improve:​


This next point isn't so much about where Wagner needs to improve, but moreso proving that he's back to what he was pre-injury. If the Kansas exhibition game is any indication, Wagner is. There seems to be no hint of any concern about whether he can get back to his pre-injury form, which Calipari said was really good.

"Here’s what was funny — before he got hurt, I believe he was Freshman of the Week three times," Calipari said Oct.1. "Like, ‘Well he just struggled.’ No, he was playing great. Then he got hurt and he never really bounced back from that. He had a couple things, but he didn’t. I think he’s healthy. I think he’s more athletic than he was."

That said, the Kansas exhibition game didn't count. KU was missing its two best players — albeit he did go up against fifth-year starter Dajuan Harris Jr. and held his own. But it still remains to be seen what Wagner is capable of when there's actual consequences on the line.

That 29.2% from three sticks out for Wagner in terms of where he could see the most improvement. He's certainly not the only scoring threat Arkansas has, but he needs to be a consistent option for the Razorbacks this season.

Where Wagner fits in the rotation:​


You can put Wagner's name in the starting lineup in sharpie. There is no way, unless something crazy happens, that he plays less than 30 minutes per game.

Wagner played 35 minutes in Arkansas' win over Kansas, which is probably about what's fair to expect on a nightly basis for him. It's possible that it's just a few minutes less if Wagner's fellow teammate — Johnell Davis – comes along like he's expected to.

OT No Shave November

For the fourth consecutive year, I am raising money for the Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation as part of No Shave November.

Those who know me know that I cannot grow facial hair to save my life. It's patchy, thin, doesn't connect, and overall just doesn't look good if I don't shave. In spite of that, I am once again participating in No Shave November because raising money and awareness for men's health is worth looking ridiculous for a little bit.

I've registered as a member of the No Shave Club with the Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation, with the goal of raising $1,000 this year. If my goal is met, I will be changing my profile pictures on both Facebook and Twitter to my terrible excuse for facial hair. What's more, for each subsequent $500 raised, I'll add a month.

Men's health is far too important to let embarrassment get in the way of helping. Prostate cancer affects thousands of men and is treatable with early detection. All money raised remains in the state of Arkansas and goes towards screenings, resources, and support for men in the state.

Do your part in helping men's health in Arkansas, and have some fun at my expense in the process. Donate at this link:

Arkansas bowl game projections with three games remaining

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With three games remaining for Arkansas in the 2024 regular season, the Razorbacks (5-4, 3-3 SEC) need only one victory to qualify for a bowl game in postseason play.

The last time Arkansas participated in a bowl was at the end of the 2022 season, when the Razorbacks defeated the Kansas Jayhawks, 55-53, in a triple-overtime barn burner in the Liberty Bowl.

Despite its' embarrassing blowout defeat to Ole Miss on Saturday, Arkansas still has a 97.4% chance of reaching the six-win mark this season, according to ESPN. The football power index currently projects the Hogs to finish with a 6.5-5.5 record, with the most likely win coming against Louisiana Tech (3-5, 2-3 CUSA) on Nov. 23.

Here is where the top prognosticators project Arkansas to land in the postseason with three games remaining in the season:

ESPN:​


Liberty Bowl
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium (Memphis, Tennessee) - 7 p.m., ESPN
Kyle Bonagura: Arkansas vs. Cincinnati

Birmingham Bowl
Protective Stadium (Birmingham, Alabama) - Noon or 3:30 p.m., ESPN
Mark Schlabach: Arkansas vs. North Carolina

Notes:

~ Arkansas and Cincinnati have played just once before, a 31-24 victory for the Razorbacks at Razorback Stadium in 2022.

~ North Carolina has defeated Arkansas in their lone two matchups, with the most recent coming in 1995 during the Carquest Bowl.

~ Matchups against either Cincinnati or North Carolina would see Arkansas go up against former Razorbacks. Punter Max Fletcher transferred to the Bearcats and quarterback Jacolby Criswell transferred to the Tar Heels during the offseason.

CBS:​


Music City Bowl
Nissan Stadium (Nashville, Tennessee) - 2:30 p.m., ESPN
Jerry Palm: Arkansas vs. Illinois

Notes:

~ Arkansas and Illinois have never faced off on the football field, and this potential matchup pits Sam Pittman against former Head Hog Bret Bielema.

~ Also on Illinois' coaching staff are Barry Lunney Jr. (former TEs coach), Justin Stepp (former WRs coach), Grant Morgan (former LB) and Tank Wright (former LB/DE).

Action Network:​


Texas Bowl
NRG Stadium (Houston) - 3:30 p.m., ESPN
Brett McMurphy: Arkansas vs. Kansas State

Notes:

~ The all-time series between both programs is tied 3-3, as Kansas State won the first three (from 1910-1926) and Arkansas the latter three (1967-2016). The previous two matchups have come in bowl games.

~ Starting for the Wildcats at quarterback is Avery Johnson, who was heavily recruited by the Razorbacks out of high school. Johnson has 1,892 passing yards, 17 passing touchdowns, 391 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns this season.

Athlon Sports:​


Texas Bowl
NRG Stadium (Houston) - 3:30 p.m., ESPN
Steven Lassan: Arkansas vs. Texas Tech

Notes:

~ Arkansas has a lopsided 29-8 all-time advantage over Texas Tech dating back to the 1957 season. However, the most recent matchup resulted in a 35-24 Red Raiders victory (2015).

~ The only other time Arkansas played in the Texas Bowl was in 2014, when the Hogs dismantled the Texas Longhorns, 31-7.

USA Today:​


Birmingham Bowl
Protective Stadium (Birmingham, Alabama) - Noon or 3:30 p.m., ESPN
Erick Smith: Arkansas vs. Memphis

Notes:

~ Arkansas owns the last two wins in the series against Memphis, but the Tigers have the 3-2 advantage all-time.

~ One of Memphis' wins was a 6-0 final score in 1993, while the most recent Arkansas triumph came in 1998 (23-9).

~ The Razorbacks and Tigers will face off next season, as Arkansas will travel to Simmons Banks Liberty Stadium in Memphis on Sep. 20, 2025.

Rivals National BB Recruiting

Just went to the national BB recruiting page and there hasn’t been a story posted in 10 days. I love the coverage on this site especially JC’s portal/recruiting stuff, but how is that possible for a recruiting site? This is probably the busiest time of the year in basketball recruiting aside from portal season and nothing has been posted. Is there some sort of transition happening right now? @masonchoate @jacksoncollier @RileyMcFerran

Arkansas' PFF grades, snap counts vs. Ole Miss 2024 - Offense

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We continue HawgBeat's series of analyzing Arkansas' games through the lens of Pro Football Focus after the Razorbacks' 63-31 loss to No. 19 Ole Miss on Saturday.

The analytics from PFF keep track of grades for each player on a scale of 0-100. The website goes further into depth on specific grades, but for the purpose of this story, we will just look at offensive grades.

Here are the grades on the offensive side of the ball from the Ole Miss game...

Team Grades

~Overall: 67.2

~Offense: 74.0

~Passing: 60.7

~Pass blocking: 59.8

~Receiving: 73.9

~Running: 81.1

~Run blocking: 61.3

Notes​


~ The contingent of fans calling for backup quarterback Malachi Singleton to start were vindicated Saturday, as he finished second on the team in offensive grade compared to Taylen Green's 17th. Singleton also finished with a 71.9 pass grade and 92.8 run grade.

~ Offensive-line wise, the Razorbacks had a good pass-block showing from Joshua Braun (82.9), but others were average at best (two sub-70.0 grades and three sub-55.0 grades, including Keyshawn Blackstocks' 0.0)

~ With the brunt of the carries in the backfield, Rashod Dubinion fared well in pass block (80.5), but only managed a 65.5 run grade and 60.1 pass grade.

~ After showing out with two touchdowns last week, tight end Andreas Paaske received the team's lowest offensive grade against Ole Miss. He had a 58.9 pass grade and a 46.4 run block grade.

~ Arkansas' two best offensive weapons were tight end Luke Hasz (91.4 pass, 67.7 run block) and wide receiver Andrew Armstrong (80.9 pass, 71.6 run block), while starting wideouts Isaiah Sategna (56.3 pass, 45.3 run block) and Tyrone Broden (52.7 pass, 59.5 run block) disappointed.

Arkansas Offense PFF Grades - Ole Miss
Player, positionPFF Grade - Ole MissSnaps vs Ole Miss
Luke Hasz, TE91.242
Malachi Singleton, QB90.632
Andrew Armstrong, WR82.665
Rodney Hill, RB76.19
Jordan Anthony, WR67.010
Addison Nichols, C65.768
Rashod Dubinion, RB64.951
Isaac TeSlaa, WR63.625
Joshua Braun, RG62.868
Patrick Kutas, LG62.165
Braylen Russell, RB58.88
Monte Harrison, WR58.12
E'Marion Harris, RT56.168
Maddox Lassiter, FB55.96
Fernando Carmona Jr., LT55.568
Isaiah Sategna, WR54.555
Taylen Green, QB54.336
Tyrone Broden, WR52.954
Keyshawn Blackstock, LG52.63
Andreas Paaske, TE42.813

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Poll: What team did we most resemble on Saturday?

What college football team did we most resemble vs. Ole Miss

  • Tennessee-Martin

    Votes: 2 25.0%
  • Austin Peay

    Votes: 1 12.5%
  • Arkansas State

    Votes: 3 37.5%
  • Florida A&M

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Troy

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Florida International

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Other

    Votes: 2 25.0%

Arkansas did not look like an SEC team on Saturday against Ole Miss, especially in the secondary. What FCS or FBS team did the Razorbacks more closely resemble?

FINAL: Ole Miss 63, Arkansas 31

Good morning from Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, where the Arkansas Razorbacks (5-3, 3-2) will try to knock off the No. 19 Ole Miss Rebels (6-2, 2-2 SEC) with a bye week on deck. This is for sure a must-win for the Rebels and it's a game that could really make the final three games interesting for Arkansas if it wins.

Updates, commentary, analysis, stats and much more to come ITT.

Arkansas' PFF grades, snap counts vs. Ole Miss 2024 - Defense

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We continue HawgBeat's series of analyzing Arkansas' games through the lens of Pro Football Focus after the Razorbacks' 63-31 loss to No. 19 Ole Miss on Saturday.

The analytics from PFF keep track of grades for each player on a scale of 0-100. The website goes further into depth on specific grades, but for the purpose of this story, we will just look at defensive grades.

Here are the grades on the defensive side of the ball from the Ole Miss game...

Team Grades

~Overall: 67.2

~Defense: 56.5

~Run defense: 87.8

~Tackling: 70.0

~Pass rush: 63.0

~Coverage: 30.4

Notes​


~ For the most part, PFF thought Arkansas tackled well. However, poor grades from Jaheim Singletary (54.2), Landon Jackson (49.3), Jayden Johnson (29.5), Miguel Mitchell (29.2) and Doneiko Slaughter (28.9) hampered the final team tackling grade.

~ It says a lot when seven out of the bottom 10 graded defensive players are defensive backs, as they all finished with coverage grades below 60.0. The best coverage grade of that group came from Mitchell (57.5), while Larry Worth III had the worst (30.3). Even Slaughter — the highest-graded overall defensive back — had just a 60.1 coverage grade.

~ Landon Jackson disappeared against Ole Miss' offensive line, according to PFF. His 70.3 run-defense grade was okay, but the aforementioned tackling grade and 57.5 pass-rush grade just isn't enough for a player of his caliber.

~ Speaking of pass-rush, not a single Razorback graded out above 70.0 in that department. The best grade belonged to a linebacker (Xavian Sorey Jr., 67.7) and the defensive lineman with the highest grade was Eric Gregory (65.5).

~ It's beginning to appear clear that Quincy Rhodes Jr. has a bright future ahead of him. The big-bodied pass-rusher had a 73.7 run defense grade and a 71.3 tackling grade to help push his overall grade to 69.8 (second on defense), which puts his season PFF grade at 78.6.

Arkansas Offense PFF Grades - Ole Miss
Player, positionPFF Grade - Ole MissSnaps vs Ole Miss
Keivie Rose, DT78.327
Quincy Rhodes Jr., DE69.823
Cam Ball, DT68.358
Nico Davillier, DE66.639
Eric Gregory, DT65.060
Doneiko Slaughter, NB63.779
Stephen Dix Jr., LB62.062
Xavian Sorey Jr., LB61.880
Brad Spence, LB61.022
Ian Geffrard, DT60.523
Bradley Shaw, LB60.21
Alex Sanford, LB60.01
Landon Jackson, DE58.862
Miguel Mitchell, S58.220
Hudson Clark, CB54.965
TJ Metcalf, S54.663
Marquise Robinson, CB53.169
Jaheim Singletary, CB49.126
Anton Juncaj, DE48.312
Jayden Johnson, S47.965
Anthony Switzer, LB46.47
Larry Worth III, S46.038

BetSaracen: Arkansas Basketball Season Specials, Prop Plays

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HawgBeat continues its partnership with BetSaracen, the official mobile sports wagering platform of the Saracen Casino Resort.

Arkansas basketball season tips off in just two days against Lipscomb inside Bud Walton Arena and BetSaracen is offering bets on regular season specials for the Hoop Hogs.

Early odds for Arkansas' matchup against the Bisons were released this week, as the Razorbacks are currently favored by 17.5 points. Fans can also bet on the Hogs' SEC regular-season title chances (+900), NCAA Tournament Final Four (+700) and NCAA Tournament Championship (+1200) chances.

Below are details on the odds for Arkansas specials and Double R Prop futures. To get in on the action, visit BetSaracen.com and click on the Arkansas Specials tab.

"Cal" those HOGS Specials (Max Bet $100)​


~ Arkansas to win SEC regular season and SEC tournament: +2500
~ Arkansas to finish runner up in the national championship: +3000
~ Arkansas to win the national championship: +4000
~ Johnell Davis to win the John R. Wooden Award: +4000
~ Arkansas to win the national championship and Johnell Davis to be the MVP: +5000
~ Arkansas to go undefeated against non-ranked (Top 25) teams during the regular season: +10000

"Cal" those HOGS Specials (Max Bet $250)​


~ Arkansas to reach the SEC Tournament final: +350
~ Arkansas to beat Texas A&M, Texas and Ole Miss in the regular season: +600
~ Arkansas to beat Alabama, Auburn and Tennessee in the regular season: +1000
~ Arkansas to win first 10 games in the regular season: +1100
~ Arkansas to win first five home games against ranked (Top 25) teams during the regular season: +1750

Double R Prop Futures​


~ DJ Wagner OVER 14.5 10+ point games: +150
~ Jonas Aidoo OVER 7.5 double-doubles: +135
~ Arkansas team OVER 39.5 rebound average and UNDER 36.5 opponent rebound average: +260
~ Arkansas team OVER 48.5 FG percentage and UNDER 44.5 opponent FG percentage: +200
~ Arkansas team UNDER 12.5 turnover average and UNDER 13.5 opponent turnover average: +210
~ Trevon Brazile OVER 35.5 3PT percentage and OVER 48.5 FG percentage: +200
~ Arkansas team OVER 6.5 steals average and UNDER 5.5 opponent steals average: +300
~ Arkansas team OVER 7.5 blocks average and UNDER 4.5 opponent blocks average: +350
~ Boogie Fland OVER 16.5 scoring average and OVER 3.5 steals average: +350
~ Karter Knox OVER 3.5 double-doubles: +400

HAWGBEAT'S PICKS​

Each story, HawgBeat will list a pick that looks favorable.

Jonas Aidoo OVER 7.5 double-doubles (+135) and DJ Wagner OVER 14.5 10+ point games (+150)​


Fans haven't seen center Jonas Aidoo in Arkansas action yet, but the Preseason Second-Team All-SEC member already has a double-double track record on his resume from a season ago.

With Tennessee in 2023-24, Aidoo racked up eight double-doubles and was close to a few more throughout the year.

As for DJ Wagner, he looked phenomenal against No. 1 Kansas in the preseason (24 points) but was less impactful versus TCU in the second exhibition game (six points). However, even in what many labeled a disappointing freshman campaign at Kentucky a season ago, Wagner still managed 13 double-digit outings despite missing three games due to injury.
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