Missouri defeats Bethune 82-60

Missouri Dominates Bethune in Statement Win

A Blowout at Mizzou Arena

The Missouri Tigers (Home) showcased their prowess on Friday night, cruising to an 82-60 victory over the visiting Bethune Bison at Mizzou Arena.

Missouri took control of the game from the outset, building a 39-25 halftime lead. The home team's balanced attack, which included 27 successful 2-point field goals and seven made 3-pointers, proved too much for Bethune to handle.

The final margin was 22 points, with Missouri's largest lead at the game's midpoint standing at 29 points. Despite Bethune's valiant effort, the Tigers' superior depth and execution ultimately sealed the win.

Jacob Crews led the Missouri offense with 20 points, including three made 3-pointers. Mark Mitchell contributed seven rebounds, 19 points, three assists, and four steals to help anchor the home team's defense. For Bethune, Jakobi Heady scored 15 points on 55.6% shooting from the field.

Missouri's 34 successful field goals from 59 attempts (58.0%) highlighted their efficiency in the paint, where they outscored Bethune 50-18. The Tigers also outrebounded their opponents 23-15 and committed just 15 turnovers to Bethune's 16. With a team eFG% of 63.6%, Missouri demonstrated its ability to control tempo and make shots when needed.

Missouri's convincing victory over Bethune serves as a statement win for the home team. The Tigers' strong performance showcased their potential in conference play, while Bethune's tough road loss underscores the challenges facing the Bison in non-conference competition.