FAYETTEVILLE — Our staff's predictions for Saturday's Arkansas-Missouri game.
Jimmy Carter
After losing its first two SEC home games, Arkansas can't afford any more slip ups in Bud Walton Arena. A matchup with the SEC's worst team comes at the right time and is the first of nine consecutive games against teams with slim NCAA Tournament chances. The Hogs probably need to win at least seven.
Arkansas by 14.
Dudley Dawson
Arkansas can't and won't lose to Missouri.
Arkansas by 12.
Clay Henry
Arkansas will be inspired after losing two straight at home.
Arkansas by 16.
Matt Jones
The Missouri game is a must-win for Arkansas because of how the conference season has started and the Tigers' 5-10 record. Talent and home-court advantage should prevail, but Missouri's seven-game losing streak has included five losses by single digits. Don't be surprised if the Tigers are still in this one late.
Arkansas by 11.