The magical NCAA Tournament run from the Arkansas Razorbacks has ended in the Sweet 16 after an 88-65 loss to the UConn Huskies.
Arkansas was clearly overmatched, as UConn never trailed at any point in this game and led by as much as 29 at one point. Adama Sanogo was predictably unstoppable, but he got a lot of help from his Husky teammates. Four UConn players scored in double figures, led by Jordan Hawkins’ 24 points.
The Razorbacks also got hammered in the rebounding department as UConn was able to out-rebound the Hogs 43-31 on the glass.
Despite the poor showing in their finale, it’s hard to be disappointed with Arkansas’ season overall. A potentially special season – derailed by injuries and drama – was salvaged by this team’s resiliency and fortitude to advance to a third straight Sweet 16.
A lot of Arkansas fans, and others, chimed in on the Razorbacks’ loss to UConn and the season overall. Here’s the best reactions from social media.
UConn made sure this game was never really in doubt
— RidgyPidgy (@RidgyPidgy) March 24, 2023
Arkansas looked much different than they did against Kansas
There’s not THAT big of an age difference, but this looks like a freshman Hog team against a veteran bunch of men in UConn. Like a different level. Oh well. Must fight harder. May not have the juice after KU.
— Jim Harris (@jimharris360) March 23, 2023
UConn was just plain better tonight. No other way to frame it.
These dudes are just flat out better tonight. Props to UConn.
Still proud of this team for making it this far when most of the country had counted them out entirely. Just used a little too much magic against Kansas.
Love this team in the wins and losses! WPS!
— Dat Boi Sammy P (@DatBoiSammyP) March 24, 2023
Attention turned to keeping Musselman in Fayetteville
If we keep Coach Muss, we keep winning. It’s as simple as that. You know he’s not slowing down. He’ll get his.
— Uncle Cocktail (@StillRadNotaFad) March 24, 2023
Arkansas fans are on a different level entirely
I don’t think there is any fan base that loves their team as much as Razorback fans. I don’t think there is a fan base that will light you up on social media like Hog fans. We are rightfully the most feared fan base.
— Ugly Uncle (@uglyuncle) March 23, 2023
Most of Twitter was filled with appreciative Hog fans
Thank you @RazorbackMBB and @EricPMusselman for another incredible season!! This season did have its ups and downs but Razorback Nation didn’t give up!! #WPS #HogsBy90
— Southern Boy Sports Arkansas (@SBS_WooPig) March 24, 2023
Anthony Black is a very easy player to root for
Anthony Black is probably my favorite Hog EVER. Sad that I can’t watch him in Fayetteville anymore but I know he has an amazing pro career in front of him. Thank you for choosing Arkansas @AnthonyBlack24_❤️ pic.twitter.com/eiuWNVaZkF
— HAWGTOWN SPORTS (@hawgtownsports) March 24, 2023
The emotions of losing in March never get easy to watch
Anthony Black walking to the locker room in tears has officially broke me. 🥺 Thank you for being a Razorback, AB. ♥️🫶🏼🐗
— Brandi ♥️🐗 (@BrandiKristine) March 24, 2023
Even the 1996 Bulls would've struggled with UConn tonight
I truly believe no one was beating UConn tonight. Not how they’ve played today
— fq Arkansas (@fqArkansas) March 24, 2023
This season was a success. No doubt about that.
Most injury riddled team in the country. One of the toughest schedules. All the fake fans quit on them in February. Still made the sweet 16 and beat a 1 seed. Proud of the guys always. @RazorbackMBB
— Hog Homer/☀️ Pumper (@WooPig_) March 24, 2023
Fans already lobbying for one more year of Devo
It was a fun ride. Come back for 1 more year Devo. pic.twitter.com/8okBXA5dgL
— BTG (@btg_NWA) March 24, 2023
Hard to not be proud of this team
Proud of the fellas man.
— David Marts (@DavidMarts13) March 24, 2023
Oliver Miller gives his props and issues a warning to "fans"
Great season fellas. I'm proud of tou guys. And b4 anyone say some stupid and disrespectful. I will block you after I cuss u out. These are kids. So proud to be a hog. #WPS
— Oliver Miller (@Omiller03) March 24, 2023
Folks, don't be like Aaron or Buster here
nah. this was a letdown of a season, sweet 16 or not. injuries or not. finishing 10th in the conference and getting destroyed in the sweet 16 round with the best class ever is not a solid season.
— Buster Geary (@BusterGeary) March 24, 2023
I don't think Brazile could've stopped UConn tonight
Brazille feels like the missing piece here
— WPS Recruiting🏴☠️ (@Wpsrecruiting) March 24, 2023
Arkansas' performance against UConn in a nutshell
One step forward, four steps back. #WPS
— Connor Goodson (@ConnorGoodson) March 23, 2023
Some love to make judgements based on 3 minutes of garbage time
Cue the why-hasn’t-Barry-Dunning-played-all-season crowd
— Coach Muss 🅿️itt Horn (@PigScrewy) March 24, 2023
Fans looking to the future and it looks bright
The future is bright‼️ pic.twitter.com/UAi1wddW7W
— HAWGTOWN SPORTS (@hawgtownsports) March 24, 2023
A salty Jayhawks fan chimes in
They are who we thought they were https://t.co/j6rIgMuVi9
— Mike Vernon (@M_Vernon) March 24, 2023
Muss is looking towards the future
“Tonight we ran into a team that passed the ball really well and shared it. There is alot of great things going on at Arkansas. As soon as we get back to the hotel we will start working toward next year.”
-Eric Musselman
— ESPN Arkansas & HitThatLine.com (@HitThatLineAR) March 24, 2023
Kansas fans remain salty about Arkansas being superior in every way
Musselman with an outstanding coaching performance today! pic.twitter.com/FpHR7r6g9z
— Barstool KU (@BarstoolKU) March 24, 2023
Kentucky keeps taking L's. Not surprising.
Kentucky fans are dunking on Arkansas for losing in the Sweet 16 despite the fact UK hasn't advanced that far since 2019 https://t.co/EDxvGvIXPq
— SEC Mike (@MichaelWBratton) March 24, 2023
Kamani shows his love to Razorback fans
I love y’all man i swear i do 🐗❤️
— Mani ™ (@KamaniJohnson20) March 24, 2023
Don't cry because it's over...
The 100th season of Razorback Basketball has come to a close.
As always, thank you Razorback Nation for the love and support. pic.twitter.com/gbSdPxsv5d
— Arkansas Razorbacks Men’s Basketball 🐗 (@RazorbackMBB) March 24, 2023
Smile because it happened. Arkansas will be back.
Our dance is done pic.twitter.com/Ufyl0J53dY
— Arkansas Razorbacks Men’s Basketball 🐗 (@RazorbackMBB) March 24, 2023
