Oklahoma will look to halt a difficult stretch when it hosts Arkansas on Tuesday night in a key Southeastern Conference men’s basketball matchup at Lloyd Noble Centre. The game is scheduled for a 6 p.m. CT tipoff and will be televised nationally on ESPN, with streaming available via the network’s digital platforms.
How to watch Oklahoma vs. Arkansas
Tuesday’s contest will air live on ESPN, giving fans nationwide access to the SEC showdown. Radio coverage will also be available through each program’s local affiliates. Tipoff is set for early evening, making it one of the league’s featured midweek games.
Arkansas riding momentum
Arkansas arrives in Norman with confidence, sitting comfortably above .500 overall and holding a winning record in conference play. Under head coach John Calipari, the Razorbacks have shown consistency on both ends of the floor, pairing efficient scoring with improved defensive pressure.
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The Razorbacks have won consecutive games and remain firmly in the SEC’s upper tier. Their balanced offence has allowed multiple players to contribute, making them difficult to scheme against as the season approaches its critical stretch.
Oklahoma is searching for a breakthrough
Oklahoma, meanwhile, has struggled to convert close games into wins. The Sooners enter the matchup on a losing streak but have remained competitive, including a narrow overtime defeat in their previous outing. Head coach Porter Moser continues to emphasise execution and composure as conference play intensifies.
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What’s at stake
For Arkansas, the game represents another opportunity to strengthen its SEC standing and NCAA Tournament résumé. For Oklahoma, Tuesday night offers a chance to reset its season and gain momentum against a high-profile conference opponent at home.