LSU Tigers vs Arkansas Razorbacks NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/24

The LSU Tigers will take on the #20 Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. The game will be held at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This Southeastern Conference matchup features LSU as the underdog with a spread of +10.5, while Arkansas holds the favorite status with a spread of -10.5.

LSU has a regular season record of 13-6, with a balanced away performance of 4-4. Arkansas, ranked 20th in the AP poll, has a record of 14-5 and remains undefeated at home with a 12-0 record. The game will be broadcasted on SECN, and the over/under is set at 163.5 points.

LSU Tigers vs Arkansas Razorbacks Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: LSU Tigers vs Arkansas Razorbacks
  • Venue: Bud Walton Arena, Fayetteville AR
  • Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds:
    • LSU Spread: +10.5 (-111)
    • Arkansas Spread: -10.5 (-114)
    • LSU MoneyLine: +412
    • Arkansas MoneyLine: -617
    • Over: 163.5 (-113)
    • Under: 163.5 (-112)

LSU Tigers Team Preview

The LSU Tigers have been on a roller coaster lately, with a recent record of 1-2 in their last three games. They faced a tough loss against the Florida Gators, falling short by 18 points. However, they showed resilience with a win over the Missouri Tigers, securing a victory by 8 points.

Offensively, the Tigers average 83.3 points per game, ranking them 68th in the nation. Their field goal percentage stands at 49.1, placing them 29th. Despite these strengths, their three-point shooting could use improvement, as they make only 7.1 per game.

On the defensive side, the Tigers need to tighten up, especially in steals and blocks, where they rank low. Their record stands at 13-6, with a balanced home and away performance. The team struggles as underdogs, having not won any of those five games this season.

Arkansas Razorbacks Team Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks have a strong presence at home with a 12-0 record. Their recent game against Vanderbilt ended in a big win, 93-68. This win highlighted their offensive strength, with the team shooting 57.8% from the field.

Offensively, the Razorbacks are impressive, scoring an average of 89.8 points per game. Their shooting accuracy is notable, with a field goal percentage of 49.2%. They excel in three-point shooting, making 38.5% of their attempts.

In terms of player contributions, Darius Acuff Jr. stands out, averaging 19.6 points per game. Meleek Thomas also plays a key role, contributing 15.2 points per game. Trevon Brazile adds to their strength with solid rebounding and scoring efforts.

BTB Betting Pick

For the game between LSU and Arkansas, picking Arkansas to cover the spread of -10.5 (-114) seems reasonable. Arkansas scores 89.8 points per game, ranking 16th, while LSU allows many points due to low defensive stats. The projected score is Arkansas 90, LSU 78, which covers the spread.

Considering the over/under line set at 163.5, the recommendation is to take the over (-113). Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with LSU averaging 83.3 points and Arkansas 89.8 points. The projected total is 168, suggesting the game will surpass the set line.