Miikka Muurinen commits to Arkansas basketball under John Calipari
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Miikka Muurinen, a 7-foot basketball prospect from Finland, has signed with Arkansas basketball. His decision was influenced by the consistent recruitment efforts from the Razorbacks coaching staff. Muurinen, a five-star prospect, visited Arkansas in the fall during John Calipari's first season as head coach. Calipari expressed his enthusiasm for the team’s defensive potential and Muurinen's ability to contribute on that end. He has begun individual workouts and is on campus as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Miikka Muurinen is a five-star prospect from Finland.
- •He committed to Arkansas after consistent communication from coaches.
- •Muurinen has started individual workouts on campus.
- •John Calipari is focused on developing the team's defensive skills.
- •Muurinen averaged 6.6 points during EuroBasket 2025.
- 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — Why Miikka Muurinen chose to play for Arkansas basketball, John Calipari
"Why did Miikka Muurinen sign with Arkansas basketball? The 7-footer from Finland recent shared the key factor in his commitment to the Razorbacks.
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