COL BKB: Arkansas 96, Oklahoma 88

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Dec. 30 (UPI) -- Arkansas nearly blew a big early lead but Michael Washington's 24 points Tuesday helped the Razorbacks hold on for a 96-88 upset of No. 4 Oklahoma.

Stefan Walsh had 19 points and Rotnei Clarke added 15 for Arkansas (10-1), which has won eight straight games.

Willie Warren scored 35 points for the previously unbeaten Sooners (12-1).

Blake Griffin had 21 points and 13 rebounds, and Tony Crocker added 18 points for Oklahoma.