Arkansas Razorbacks: Can They Keep Up the Heat?

The Arkansas Razorbacks are on a roll, but can they maintain their momentum? They're eyeing another SEC title and a second straight home win. However, a significant question looms: will fans show up?

A winter storm is battering the Southeast, with over a foot of snow expected in Northwest Arkansas. Temperatures are plummeting to near zero, and wind chills are negative. Coach John Calipari is urging season ticket holders who can't attend to return their tickets so students can fill the seats.

The Razorbacks have been unbeatable at home this season, boasting a perfect 11-0 record at Bud Walton Arena. They've also been scorching from beyond the arc, shooting 40% from three-point range. Four players are hitting at least 40% of their threes, and five have drilled at least 22 threes this season. This spells trouble for LSU, who are struggling to defend against three-point shots, allowing opponents to shoot 34.2% from beyond the arc.

The Razorbacks are also one of the best teams in transition, averaging over 21 points per game in fast breaks. This is the second-highest in the nation, behind only SEC rival Georgia. If the game turns into a fast-paced track meet, it favors Arkansas. LSU, on the other hand, struggles to get run outs in the open floor, averaging just over 11 fastbreak points per game.

The Tigers are off to a rough start in SEC play, with a 1-5 record. But they're capable of pulling off a road upset, having lost a pair of conference games by just one possession. LSU's coach is backed into a corner and needs a win to get back on track. It's a tough situation, but the Razorbacks are ready to face the challenge.