Arkansas-Pine Bluff at Arkansas

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (Interstat) — The Arkansas Razorbacks delivered a commanding performance Friday afternoon, overwhelming the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Lady Golden Lions 101-49 in a non-conference women’s basketball game at Bud Walton Arena.

A season-high crowd of 13,032 watched as the Razorbacks (2-0) used a dominant third-quarter run to break the game open and cruise to their second consecutive victory to start the season. The Lady Golden Lions, coming off a season-opening win, fell to 1-1.

The game was tight for the first 15 minutes, with Arkansas holding a 44-23 lead at halftime. The floodgates opened in the third quarter, however, as the Razorbacks outscored UAPB 33-18. The onslaught continued in the final period, with Arkansas adding another 24 points while holding the Lady Golden Lions to just eight.

Arkansas’ offense was ruthlessly efficient, scoring 101 points on 81 possessions for an offensive rating of 124.9. The Razorbacks shot 48.5% from the field, including a blistering 15 of 33 from three-point range. Their defense was equally formidable, forcing 18 UAPB turnovers and converting them into numerous fast-break opportunities. The Lady Golden Lions managed just 49 points on their 81 possessions, an offensive rating of 60.7, and shot 28.8% from the floor.

Jenna Lawrence led all scorers with a game-high 26 points for Arkansas, coming off the bench to connect on multiple three-pointers. She was one of five Razorbacks to score in double figures. Harmonie Ware added 16 points, while Taleyah Jones and Emily Robinson chipped in 15 and 13 points, respectively.

Bonnie Deas recorded a double-double for the Razorbacks with 12 points and 11 rebounds, while also dishing out a team-high six assists. Ashlynn Chlarson anchored the defense with 10 rebounds and four blocked shots.

For Arkansas-Pine Bluff, Jasmine Davis led the way with 14 points. Jailah Pelly added 11 points and seven rebounds, and Indiya Bowen finished with 10 points.

The Razorbacks look to continue their early-season momentum when they host Central Arkansas on Monday. Arkansas-Pine Bluff returns to action Wednesday, Nov. 12, at home against Sam Houston.