Jordan Smith Jr. steps into Arkansas' offense with the dynamic two-way playmaking needed to make a serious run at National Player of the Year honors. His disruptive 6-foot-9 wingspan lets him dominate multiple positions defensively while filling up the stat sheet for an SEC contender. If his perimeter jumper clicks alongside his lethal mid-range attack, backing him now offers unmatched value before he takes over the sport.

Excitement is growing for Razorbacks, expectations are sure to follow

Time for the Razorbacks to embark on what should be a historic season in Fayetteville.

Here's John Calipari's opening statement after Arkansas basketball cruised to a season-opening victory.