Arkansas basketball under coach John Calipari took a step towards securing an NCAA tournament bid with a narrow 72-68 victory over South Carolina in the SEC tournament. Despite nearly blowing a 20-point lead, the Razorbacks managed to hold on for the win. Calipari, in his debut season with the program, expressed satisfaction with his team’s competitive spirit and ability to grind out the win. The victory advanced Arkansas to the second round where they would face Ole Miss.
Calipari, a former coach of Kentucky, has led the Razorbacks to a 20-win season using a mix of transfers, including former Wildcats. The team is hoping to secure an NCAA bid after missing out last season. Calipari’s 25th win in the SEC tournament tied him for the third-most among head coaches.
As the team waits to see if they have done enough to impress the selection committee, Calipari remains cautious but optimistic about their chances of making it to the NCAA tournament. His leadership and experience have revived Arkansas basketball and put them back on the path to success.
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