Arkansas Razorbacks Defeat Missouri in Overtime, Securing Calipari’s 900th Career Win

Columbia, MO – The No. 20 Arkansas Razorbacks secured an 88-84 overtime victory against the Missouri Tigers on Saturday, March 7, 2026, marking a historic milestone for head coach John Calipari. The win was Calipari’s 900th career victory, making him the fifth Division I men’s basketball coach to reach this achievement .

Game Summary

The Razorbacks (23-8, 13-5 SEC) triumphed over the Tigers (20-11, 10-8 SEC) in a closely contested game at the Mizzou Arena. Arkansas started strong, building a 15-point lead in the first half, fueled by efficient shooting and ball movement. Missouri responded with a late first-half run, narrowing the gap to three points at halftime.

The second half saw a back-and-forth battle, with the lead changing hands multiple times. A key moment came with an alley-oop dunk by Missouri’s Shawn Phillips Jr., giving the Tigers their first lead of the game. Arkansas countered with a strong performance from Meleek Thomas, who scored 11 points in a short span, including three 3-pointers.

With the score tied at 71-71 with 1:28 remaining, Arkansas maintained composure and ultimately prevailed in overtime. Trevon Brazile sealed the victory with a clutch 3-pointer with 38 seconds left in the extra period, giving the Razorbacks an 84-82 lead.

Key Players

• Arkansas: Meleek Thomas led the Razorbacks with 28 points, whereas Trevon Brazile contributed 19 points and 9 rebounds . D.J. Wagner played 45 minutes and recorded 5 assists.
• Missouri: Mark Mitchell had a game-high 32 points for the Tigers.

Game Statistics

Arkansas shot 49% from the field (33-67) and 50% from the three-point line (8-16). Missouri shot 48% from the field (30-63) and 30% from beyond the arc (6-20). Arkansas had 38 rebounds compared to Missouri’s 34. Both teams committed 11 turnovers. Arkansas was 14-22 from the free throw line, while Missouri was 18-24.

Calipari’s Milestone

John Calipari’s 900th career win places him among an elite group of college basketball coaches. The victory adds to his legacy as one of the most successful coaches in the history of the sport .

Looking Ahead

The Arkansas Razorbacks will look to carry this momentum forward as they prepare for their next challenge. The win against Missouri provides a significant boost as they navigate the remainder of the season.