Missouri Tigers' Roar Silenced by Arkansas Razorbacks in Bud Walton Arena Battle

The Missouri Tigers faced off against the Arkansas Razorbacks in a high-stakes matchup at Bud Walton Arena. The game concluded with the Razorbacks securing a 94-86 victory, improving their record to 20-5. Meanwhile, the Tigers now stand at 18-7 after this intense contest.

First Half

The first half saw both teams trading blows, with the Razorbacks taking an early lead. The Hogs capitalized on their offensive rebounds and fast break points to maintain pressure on Mizzou. Despite this, Mark Mitchell of the Tigers showcased his scoring prowess by contributing significantly to Missouri's 41 points in the half. However, Arkansas managed to edge ahead with a score of 47-41 by halftime.

Second Half

In the second half, Missouri attempted a comeback led by Jayden Stone's dynamic playmaking and Trent Burns' defensive efforts under the basket. The Tigers improved their shooting efficiency but struggled with turnovers that allowed Arkansas to extend their lead further. A pivotal moment came when Arkansas capitalized on Mizzou's mistakes during crucial possessions—a key factor in what went wrong for Missouri Tigers.

Final Moments

As time wound down, both teams fought fiercely for control in what became one of many Missouri Tigers vs Arkansas Razorbacks key moments throughout this encounter. Despite narrowing gaps multiple times through strategic plays and effective field goals from players like T.O Barrett and Shawn Phillips Jr., it was not enough as they fell short against an equally determined Razorback squad who maintained composure till final buzzer sounded.

Looking ahead for Mizzou fans: catch your team next as they host Tennessee Volunteers at Mizzou Arena on February 24th at 9:00 PM EST; tune into SEC Network for live coverage! Share your thoughts about this game—let others know how you feel about these thrilling matchups!