**2026 SEC Tournament: Arkansas Emerges Champion, Secures First Conference Title Since 2000** In a thrilling conclusion to the 2026 SEC Tournament, the No. 3 seed Arkansas Razorbacks claimed their first conference title since 2000 by defeating the No. 4 seed Vanderbilt Commodores 86-75 in the championship game. This historic win marks a significant milestone for Arkansas coach John Calipari, who won his first SEC title since 2018 when he coached at Kentucky. The Razorbacks displayed impressive resilience, winning three games in three days, defeating Oklahoma, Ole Miss, and Vanderbilt in the process. With a 26-8 record, Arkansas is now well-positioned for Selection Sunday, which will determine their fate in the NCAA Tournament. The standout performer of the tournament was Arkansas star guard Darius Acuff Jr., who was named the SEC Player of the Year. Despite a slow start, Acuff Jr. finished with an impressive 30 points and 11 assists, leading his team to victory. DJ Wagner, a talented guard who joined Arkansas from Kentucky in 2024, also made significant contributions off the bench, scoring 11 points. Vanderbilt's bid for the title was foiled by a shocking drought on the field, going over seven minutes without a score. This lapse proved to be the decisive factor in the game. In a surprise twist, Vanderbilt had advanced to the title game by stunning Florida on Saturday. The Commodores' impressive run was ultimately halted by the Razorbacks' determination and skill. As the SEC Tournament comes to a close, basketball fans in Nigeria can look forward to the NCAA Tournament, which promises to be an exciting spectacle. The tournament's bracket is now available, and enthusiasts can participate in the Bracket Challenge for a chance to win a dream trip to the 2027 Final Four. For the latest conference tournament scores and brackets, as well as updates on the NCAA Tournament bubble and seeding, readers can visit our CBS Sports Bracketology LIVE BLOG. **2026 SEC Tournament Scores and Results** Wednesday, March 11 (First Round) * No. 9 Kentucky 87, No. 16 LSU 82 * No. 12 Auburn 77, No. 13 Mississippi State 61 * No. 15 Ole Miss 76, No. 10 Texas 66 * No. 11 Oklahoma 86, No. 14 South Carolina 74 Thursday, March 12 (Second Round) * No. 9 Kentucky 78, No. 8 Missouri 72 * No. 5 Tennessee 72, No. 12 Auburn 62 * No. 15 Ole Miss 76, No. 7 Georgia 72 * No. 11 Oklahoma 83, No. 6 Texas A&M 63 Friday, March 13 (Quarterfinals) * No. 1 Florida 71, No. 9 Kentucky