Arkansas Women's Basketball Wins Overtime Thriller

In a thrilling overtime matchup, Arkansas women's basketball overcame a 16-point deficit to defeat Little Rock 71-60. Izzy Higginbottom was the standout performer, scoring all 24 of her points in the second half, including nine of the team's 11 points in overtime, while going a perfect 11-11 from the free-throw line. Kiki Smith contributed significantly with 16 points, helping fuel the comeback as the Razorbacks outscored the Trojans 18-7 in the fourth quarter to force overtime. Defensively, Arkansas clamped down after a slow start, holding Little Rock to just seven points in the final quarter and none in overtime. This victory marked Arkansas's first overtime win since the 2021-22 season, showcasing the team's resilience and growth under head coach Mike Neighbors. The Razorbacks improved to 2-1, maintaining a perfect record against their rivals from Little Rock.