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Missouri Tigers celebrating their historic basketball victory

News Summary

The Missouri Tigers men’s basketball team achieved a historic victory against the Mississippi State Bulldogs with a stunning 88-61 score. This win marks the largest road victory against a ranked opponent in team history, surpassing a previous record held for over six decades. Coach Dennis Gates also celebrated his 100th career win as the Tigers improved their season record to 17-4. Strong performances from Caleb Grill and Josh Gray helped secure the commanding victory, as they now prepare for their next match against Tennessee.

Historic Triumph for Missouri Tigers in Mississippi

Columbia, MO – Fans of the Missouri Tigers are buzzing with excitement after the men’s basketball team pulled off a stunning victory against the Mississippi State Bulldogs, winning by a staggering 88-61. This impressive win not only showcased the Tigers’ talent but also secured their place in history as they achieved the largest road win ever against a ranked opponent!

A Record-Breaking Performance

With this victory, Missouri shattered the previous record for margin of victory against a ranked team, which stood at just 13 points, a feat accomplished way back in 1956 against No. 17 Kansas State. The Tigers cruised to a remarkable 27-point margin over Mississippi State, leaving their competitors—ranked No. 14/13—wondering what hit them!

This game was particularly special for head coach Dennis Gates, marking his 100th career win. Half of those wins came during his time at Cleveland State, but he has clearly picked up momentum at Mizzou, amassing another 50 victories in just three seasons.

A Stellar Season So Far

With their latest win, the Tigers improved their record to 17-4 overall and 6-2 within the Southeastern Conference (SEC). Meanwhile, the Bulldogs fell to 16-6 overall with a 4-5 SEC record, showing how competitive this season has been.

Key Players Shine Bright

The game was led by graduate student Caleb Grill, who tallied a remarkable 20 points, making 6-of-11 from beyond the arc. Josh Gray also found his form, recording his first double-double of the season with 10 points and an impressive 11 rebounds.

Other contributors included Tamar Bates, who chipped in 14 points, and Tony Perkins, who dished out five assists for his teammates. The energy on the court was palpable, as the Tigers established an early 10-2 lead and didn’t look back!

A Strong Start and a Brilliant Finish

Entering halftime, Missouri held a commanding 45-31 lead after scoring the last ten points of the first half—a momentum shift that had the crowd on their feet. The Bulldogs attempted to rally after the break, cutting the deficit to ten points. But the Tigers weren’t having any of that; they responded with a stunning 15-0 run, spearheaded by the hot hands of Grill and Gray.

Once they regained control, Missouri maintained a lead of no less than 20 points for the remainder of the game, displaying their confidence and prowess as a team. They finished the night with an impressive 55.0% overall shooting percentage and were particularly deadly from three-point range, hitting 15-of-32 attempts. In stark contrast, Mississippi State struggled, shooting only 36.4% while managing to sink just 8-of-26 from beyond the arc.

What’s Next for Missouri?

As the Tigers bask in the glory of this historic achievement, they are gearing up for their next challenge. Missouri will take on No. 8/8 Tennessee on February 5, 2025, with the game set to tip-off at 6 p.m. CT in Knoxville. Fans are hopeful that the Tigers will carry this momentum into their upcoming games, proving once again that they are a force to be reckoned with in college basketball.

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