Missouri Tigers to Host Kansas City Roos at Mizzou Arena in Women's Basketball Clash

As the Missouri Tigers prepare to host the Kansas City Roos at Mizzou Arena, fans can anticipate an exciting clash in women's basketball. The upcoming game, set against the backdrop of Columbia's vibrant sports scene, promises to be a showcase of talent and strategy.

The Tigers have shown a strong performance trend in their recent games. In their last match-up against Southeast Missouri State Redhawks, they dominated with an impressive 88 points victory, highlighting their offensive prowess with a field goal percentage of around 56 percent and converting 70 percent of their two-point attempts. Their ability to control the rebounds was evident as they collected 49 compared to the Redhawks' 26.

However, consistency is key for the Tigers as they look to improve on areas that have seen fluctuations. A previous encounter with Kansas State Wildcats saw them struggle defensively, allowing 84 points and being outrebounded by a significant margin. Despite this setback, they bounced back strongly against Missouri State Lady Bears with an assertive win scoring 81 points and demonstrating improved ball movement resulting in 18 assists.

Mizzou Arena will play its part as well; known for its energetic atmosphere that often acts as a sixth player for the home team. The venue has witnessed strong attendance figures which can certainly boost the morale and performance of players on court.

In conclusion, while past performances suggest offensive strength for Missouri Tigers – particularly from inside paint where they've been highly efficient – maintaining defensive solidity will be crucial against Kansas City Roos' challenge.

Fans are encouraged not to miss this thrilling encounter scheduled for December 22nd at Mizzou Arena in Columbia. The game kicks off at 1:00 AM local time and while broadcast networks are yet to be announced, followers can expect updates on viewing options closer to game day.