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John Calipari's new roster prepares for season as Arkansas hosts Arkansas-Pine Bluff

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

John Calipari's new roster prepares for season as Arkansas hosts Arkansas-Pine Bluff
Summary

The 12th-ranked Arkansas Razorbacks begin their season against Arkansas-Pine Bluff as they look to advance past the Sweet 16 under coach John Calipari. With nine freshmen and two transfers, including junior wing Billy Richmond, the team has a new-look roster. Key returnees like Richmond, who averaged 11.2 points last season, will be supported by transfers Jeremiah Wilkinson and Cooper Bowser. Arkansas aims to overcome previous road struggles this season, having gone 6-7 away from home last year. Their challenging schedule includes upcoming games against No. 6 Michigan State and No. 5 Arizona before entering SEC play.

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  • •Arkansas opens the season against Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Tuesday night.
  • •Billy Richmond is the only significant returner from last year's squad.
  • •Jeremiah Wilkinson, a transfer from Georgia, brings scoring experience.
  • •The Razorbacks face No. 6 Michigan State and No. 5 Arizona in early matchups.
  • •Arkansas made the Sweet 16 in five of the last six years.
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  • 4:07 PMYahoo Sports — John Calipari has new-look roster while trying to get No. 12 Arkansas over Sweet 16 hump
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There are nine freshmen and two transfers. The only significant returner is 6-foot-7 junior wing Billy Richmond.

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