Arkansas Razorbacks Claim SEC Tournament Title, Securing NCAA Tournament Berth

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Arkansas Razorbacks secured their first SEC Tournament title since 2000 with an 86-75 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The win marks the second SEC Tournament championship in program history.

Back-and-Forth Battle Decided Late

The championship game was a competitive affair, with both teams trading leads throughout much of the contest. However, the Razorbacks pulled away in the closing minutes to secure the 86-75 win.

Acuff and Brazile Lead the Way

Darius Acuff led Arkansas in scoring with 30 points and 11 assists, continuing his strong performance throughout the tournament. Senior Trevon Brazile was a key contributor, finishing with 16 points and 9 rebounds, proving to be a significant difference-maker down the stretch.

First SEC Title in Nearly Three Decades

This victory marks the first SEC Tournament title for Arkansas since 2000, when they defeated Auburn 75-67. The Razorbacks’ previous championship win was a significant moment for the program, and this latest title adds to their storied history.

NCAA Tournament Bound

With the SEC Tournament championship secured, the Arkansas Razorbacks have automatically qualified for the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. The selection show is scheduled to begin on Sunday, March 15, at 5:00 PM CST, where the team will learn its seeding and first-round opponent.

Game Statistics

Here’s a summary of the game statistics:

• Arkansas: 86 points, 52% field goal percentage (30-58), 63% three-point percentage (15-24), 73% free throw percentage (11-15)
• Vanderbilt: 75 points, 38% field goal percentage (25-66), 42% three-point percentage (10-24), 100% free throw percentage (15-15)

Key Players

• Arkansas: Darius Acuff Jr. (30 points, 11 assists), Trevon Brazile (16 points, 9 rebounds)
• Vanderbilt: Tyler Nickel (19 points), Darius Acuff Jr. (30 points)

Source: WholeHogSports, ESPN