The Arkansas Razorbacks are set to face off against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Bud Walton Arena, with both teams boasting impressive records and NET rankings - Arkansas at 20 and Vanderbilt at 13. This Quad 1 matchup has real consequences for the NCAA tournament, as a win for either team would bolster their resume and strengthen their seeding position. Arkansas, projected as a top-4 seed, is looking to regain momentum after a loss in their last outing, while Vanderbilt is firmly on the top-16 seed line and seeking to build on their recent win.
According to the CHD Scout prediction, Arkansas is favored to win by a slim 1.4-point margin, with a 55.1% win probability. This prediction suggests a closely contested game, with both teams capable of coming out on top. Vanderbilt's strong record against Quad 2 opponents, where they're 6-0, will be put to the test against an Arkansas team that has performed well in Quad 1 games, despite their 4-5 record.
CHD Scout Prediction
Vanderbilt
82
Arkansas
83
Given the recent form of both teams, with Arkansas going L-W-L and Vanderbilt going L-L-W in their last three games, it's difficult to gauge which team has the upper hand. However, with the home-court advantage, Arkansas might have a slight edge. I predict Arkansas will take this one, 83-82, as their high-powered offense and home crowd will be too much for Vanderbilt to handle. The Razorbacks' ability to score, combined with their strong defense, will allow them to eke out a narrow victory and keep their top-4 seed aspirations intact.