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Missouri Tigers Clash with Seton Hall Pirates at T-Mobile Center in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Missouri Tigers prepare to face off against the Seton Hall Pirates at the T-Mobile Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game on December 17th promises to be a thrilling encounter, and if recent performances are anything to go by, the Tigers have a real shot at dominating.


Dec 3, 2023; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Missouri Tigers guard Sean East II (55) shoots a free throw against the Wichita State Shockers during the first half at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at their last game on December 9th against Kansas Jayhawks, despite falling short with a final score of 64-73, there were flashes of brilliance from MIZZ. They managed an impressive 45 percent from two-point range and showed resilience in defense with five blocks and eight steals. However, it was their three-point percentage that could use some work; hitting only one-third of those shots won't cut it against HALL.


The Tigers' previous home victory over Wichita State Shockers on December 3rd showcased their ability to bounce back. With an 82-72 win under their belt, they demonstrated a more balanced attack and tightened up defensively. Their free throw accuracy was nearly flawless at 92 percent – a testament to their focus under pressure.


On November 29th against Pittsburgh Panthers, MIZZ edged out a win with a seven-point margin (71-64). That night they boasted an even better field goal percentage than in subsequent games (45 percent) and were particularly strong inside the paint where they scored heavily.


What stands out for MIZZ is not just individual talent but also teamwork; assists have been consistently high indicating good ball movement and court vision. However, turnovers have been an Achilles heel for them – something they'll need to keep in check if they want to maintain control against HALL's aggressive play style.


Seton Hall Pirates will not make it easy for them though. They're known for being tough competitors who can turn any game around through sheer determination and skillful playmaking. The Pirates will undoubtedly challenge every shot and fight for every rebound; this is where MIZZ's tenacity will be tested most.


The upcoming battle between these two teams is set to be intense but if Missouri can leverage its strengths while addressing past weaknesses like turnovers and three-point shooting accuracy – there's no reason why they can't come away victorious.


Fans eager to support the Missouri Tigers should mark their calendars for December 17th when these two teams collide at Kansas City’s T-Mobile Center at 5:00 PM local time (CT). The game will also be broadcasted nationally on ESPN2 channel number 209 so no one has to miss out on what promises to be an enthralling matchup in men’s college basketball.

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