Overview
- Arkansas and LSU are each winless in SEC play this season, both holding 0-3 conference records heading into Tuesday night's game.
- The Razorbacks have faced three ranked SEC opponents so far, including Tennessee, Ole Miss, and Florida, while LSU has struggled against unranked teams like Missouri and Vanderbilt.
- Turnovers have been a critical issue for LSU, with coach Matt McMahon emphasizing the need to reduce costly mistakes that lead to opponent scoring runs.
- Arkansas coach John Calipari has called for improved shooting efficiency, particularly from beyond the arc and at the free-throw line, after recent offensive struggles.
- Key players to watch include Arkansas guard Boogie Fland, who leads his team in assists, and LSU’s Cam Carter, who is averaging 17.1 points per game this season.