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Kentucky tops Texas Tech, Arkansas edges Gonzaga in college exhibition games

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 7:30 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Kentucky tops Texas Tech, Arkansas edges Gonzaga in college exhibition games

Summary

Kentucky defeated Texas Tech 76-65 and Arkansas narrowly beat Gonzaga 76-72 in college basketball exhibitions on October 24, 2026. Mason Williams scored 14 points for Kentucky, contributing significantly in the game's final moments. Arkansas showcased strong point-of-attack defense, particularly from freshmen Jordan Smith Jr. and Abdou Toure, while Gonzaga struggled without key players Davis Fogle and Chauncey Wiggins. Both Arkansas and Gonzaga are expected to grow as the season progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Kentucky leads Texas Tech by 11 points in exhibition play.
•Mason Williams played a crucial role for Kentucky with 14 points.
•Arkansas limits Gonzaga to 0.97 points per possession.
•Gonzaga misses key players due to injuries and eligibility issues.
•Baylor wins exhibitions against Florida and Illinois, raising questions about expectations.

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7:30 PMCBS Sports — Kentucky's surprise, Arkansas' gnarly freshmen and a colossus Duke-Kansas duel headline exhibition takeaways

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