Missouri Tigers Claw Past Auburn Tigers at Neville Arena in Fierce Showdown

In a closely contested battle at Neville Arena, the Missouri Tigers emerged victorious over the Auburn Tigers with a final score of 62-56. The Missouri team's season record now stands at an impressive 10-2, while the Auburn squad sits at 8-4 after this encounter.

The game started off with both teams showing strong defenses, but it was the home team that took an early lead in the first quarter with 13 points to Missouri's 10. However, as the match progressed into the second quarter, Missouri began to find their rhythm and outscored their opponents by four points, taking a narrow lead into halftime.

The third quarter saw both teams locked in an intense struggle for dominance on court. The visiting Missouri team managed to mirror their second-quarter performance by once again putting up 19 points against Auburn's consistent scoring pace. Heading into the final stretch of play, Missouri held onto a slim advantage.

In what proved to be a decisive fourth quarter, Missouri maintained their composure and extended their lead by outscoring Auburn by one point. This solidified their win with a six-point margin as they scored 14 points against Auburn's effort of matching them closely throughout each period.

Key players from Missouri contributed significantly to this hard-fought victory. Their offensive efforts were matched by equally tenacious defense that kept Auburn from gaining any significant ground throughout most of the game.

As fans look ahead, they can anticipate another exciting matchup for the Missouri Tigers who are set to face off against Alabama Crimson Tide at Foster Auditorium in Tuscaloosa on January 6th. This upcoming game promises more action and will be available for fans to watch live as it unfolds on court.