Arkansas Falls 91-72 to Virginia Despite 19 Points from Freshman Jordan Smith Jr.
The University of Arkansas men's basketball team lost its first game of the 2026-27 season on November 8, falling 91-72 to No. 9 Virginia.
No. 12 Arkansas dropped to 1-1, while Virginia improved to 3-0. Arkansas freshman Jordan Smith Jr. led his team with 19 points, but the Razorbacks still lost by 19.
Virginia controlled the game from the opening minutes behind a veteran roster and patient offense. John Calipari's young Arkansas squad was exposed in the heavyweight matchup.
(Source: Saturday Down South)
Source: Saturday Down South
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