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Missouri at Mississippi State odds, picks and predictions
The No. 21 Missouri Tigers (16-4, 5-2 SEC) and the No. 13 Mississippi State Bulldogs (16-5, 4-4) meet Saturday at Humphrey Coliseum in Starkville. Tip-off is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (SEC Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Missouri vs. Mississippi State odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.
Mississippi State has won 8 of the past 9 meetings outright, while also going 8-1 against the spread (ATS) since Feb. 26, 2019. The Under has cashed in 5 in a row and 8 of the previous 9 in the series, too.
The Tigers have won 4 of the past 5 games, including an 83-82 win at No. 6 Florida Jan. 14, and Mizzou is 6-1 ATS in the past 7 outings. The Under is 6-2 in the past 8 games, too.
The Bulldogs have lost 4 out of the past 6 games, with its only victories during the span coming via OT at South Carolina and at home to Ole Miss. Their last victory in regulation was Jan. 7 at Vanderbilt as 2.5-point favorites. The Over is 4-2 in the past 6 games for Mississippi State.
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Missouri at Mississippi State odds
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- Moneyline (ML): Missouri +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Mississippi State -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
- Against the spread: Missouri +6.5 (-115) | Mississippi State -6.5 (-105)
- Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Missouri at Mississippi State picks and predictions
Prediction
Mississippi State 75, Missouri 73
Moneyline
Mississippi State (-250) will cost you 2½ times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward, especially in a battle between 2 ranked teams.
In addition, the Bulldogs are at home, but they haven’t been playing particularly well lately. Missouri (+200) has some marquee wins so far this season, including Q1 wins against Florida, Kansas and Ole Miss.
PASS.
Against the spread
MISSOURI +6.5 (-115) is a solid play catching more than 3 buckets. The Tigers have posted an impressive 6-1 ATS mark in the past 7 games since the ball dropped to ring in 2025.
On the flip side, Mississippi State -6.5 (-105) has failed to cover the past 6 outings, while going 4-9 ATS in 13 games since Dec. 9. In addition, the Bulldogs are 1-5 ATS in the past 6 contests at home.
Over/Under
UNDER 149.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.
The total has cashed high in the past 3 games for Mississippi State at home, so there is obviously some concern. However, Mizzou has cashed low in 6 of the past 8 games, and the Under has cashed in 5 in a row in this series, while going 8-1 in the past 9 meetings, too.
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Missouri at Mississippi State Odds, Picks and PredictionsMissouri travels to Starkville to take on Mississippi State in an SEC showdown on Saturday. Both teams are looking to bounce back from losses in their last games and will be hungry for a win.
Mississippi State is currently a 5.5-point favorite over Missouri, with the over/under set at 58.5 points. The Bulldogs have had a solid start to the season, with a 3-1 record, but are coming off a tough loss to LSU. Missouri, on the other hand, is 2-2 and looking to get back on track after a loss to Boston College.
In terms of picks and predictions, this game is shaping up to be a close one. Both teams have shown flashes of potential this season, but have also struggled at times. Mississippi State’s defense has been strong, but their offense has been inconsistent. Missouri, on the other hand, has a potent offense led by quarterback Connor Bazelak.
Ultimately, I think this game will come down to which team can make the most plays on both sides of the ball. I like Missouri to keep it close and cover the spread, but I think Mississippi State will ultimately come out on top with a narrow win. Look for a high-scoring game with both teams putting up points.
Prediction: Mississippi State 31, Missouri 27
Pick: Missouri +5.5
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Missouri bill putting a bounty on undocumented immigrants faces fierce resistance • Missouri Independent
A confrontational legislative hearing Monday — with a witness calling a state senator a fascist and lawmakers battling over whether the state should put a bounty on undocumented immigrants — set the tone for this year’s debate on immigration and the state’s role in border security.
The most aggressive approach, in a bill filed by state Sen. David Gregory, would award a $1,000 bounty for tips that result in the arrest of a person present in the United States without authorization. Gregory, a Republican from Chesterfield, wants to authorize bounty hunters, usually employed by bail bond businesses to catch absconders, to track down people identified in tips.
And if the tip proves accurate, the person arrested would be charged with “trespass by an illegal alien,” and subject to life in prison without parole if federal immigration authorities declined to take custody.
“This bill seeks to create an ICE program at the state level,” Gregory told the Senate Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee. “That’s essentially all it does. This is an ICE program inside the state of Missouri.”
State Sen. Barbara Washington, a Kansas City Democrat, questions state Sen. Jill Carter on Monday about her bill that would create new crimes based on immigration status (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent). State Sen. Barbara Washington, a Kansas City Democrat, said it encourages people to make reports based on skin color or English proficiency.
“Don’t tell me it is not going to happen because it is happening now,” Washington said.
Gregory’s bill — and another heard Monday from state Sen. Jill Carter, a Joplin Republican — are among several introduced by Republicans this session seeking to make it more difficult for undocumented immigrants to remain in the state.
Carter’s bill would also create new crimes based on immigration status. For simply being undocumented, a person could be charged with “improper entry” and could be punished by a fine of up to $10,000 and removal to a U.S. port of entry for deportation
The crime of “aggravated illegal presence” would be a felony applying to undocumented people who violated any other Missouri law. The penalty would be increased if the violation was a felony law.
Immigration and border security have been a major issue for the GOP nationally, helping get President Donald Trump elected to a new term. Trump promised mass deportations, and roundups began almost immediately after he took office.
There were 956 arrests on Sunday, the BBC reported. Colombia, which initially refused to accept incoming flights of people being deported, relented after Trump threatened to impose a tariff of 25% on all imports from the South American country.
Federal courts have blocked attempts in Iowa, Texas and Georgia to make it a crime to be in those states if a person is in the U.S. illegally.
During Monday’s hearing, immigrants — with legal status and without — said the bills filed this year represent an escalation of oppression.
“It is inhumane to say people should be hunted like a sport,” said Aura Velasquez, who has been a citizen for five years. “It would turn neighbors against neighbors and friends against each other.”
Immigration advocates argued that a community already fearful about having documentation to remain in the U.S. revoked would become more fearful.
After hearing that posters and signs were not allowed in the committee room, Kansas City resident Katelin Nott wrote messages on her arm Monday (Annelise Hanshaw/Missouri Independent). “This bill fosters a climate of fear, where people feel unsafe engaging in even the most basic activities beyond going to work or school,” said Gabriella Cepeda, representing the Hispanic Law Students Association at St. Louis University. “They are terrified of being profiled or targeted for life in prison for simply existing in the state without documentation. It is not just extreme, it’s cruel and unusual punishment.”
The handful of supporters, representing law enforcement and a conservative Jewish group, said the state must protect itself from human trafficking and drug trafficking associated with lax border security.
“This legislation would simply give law enforcement another tool in the tool box to assist our federal partners,” Lewis County Sheriff David Parish said.
Last summer, a Missouri House interim committee studied the issue of crime associated with illegal immigration. The report, published Jan. 7, drew no conclusions and reported that many of the witnesses said they feared problems associated with border communities reaching Missouri.
The report did not estimate the number of undocumented immigrants in Missouri but said studies show a substantial economic impact.
Undocumented immigrants paid approximately $113 million in state taxes in 2022 but cannot use the public benefits those taxes support like Medicaid. Their economic activity supports 160,000 jobs and $19 billion in total economic activity, providing “real economic stability that benefits all Missourians,” the committee report stated.
Washington peppered Gregory and Carter with questions about whether the state should trade that economic support for a state free of undocumented immigrants.
“We have 77,000 illegal immigrants that we have here in Missouri,” Gregory said.
“So they should all be subject to this, because you’re saying that we should arrest them just because they’re here?” Washington asked.
“Yes,” Gregory replied.
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Missouri Bill Putting a Bounty on Undocumented Immigrants Faces Fierce ResistanceA controversial bill in Missouri that would put a bounty on undocumented immigrants has sparked fierce resistance from activists, lawmakers, and community members.
The proposed legislation, known as HB 294, would allow private citizens to sue anyone who employs or provides housing to undocumented immigrants. If the lawsuit is successful, the person who brought the lawsuit would receive a cash reward.
Proponents of the bill argue that it is necessary to crack down on illegal immigration and protect American jobs. However, opponents say that the bill is discriminatory, racist, and goes against the values of compassion and inclusivity.
Several organizations, including the ACLU and immigrant rights groups, have spoken out against the bill, calling it unconstitutional and inhumane. They argue that it would create a culture of fear and division within communities, and could lead to racial profiling and harassment of immigrants.
Lawmakers who oppose the bill have vowed to fight against it, and are working to block its passage in the Missouri legislature. They have urged their colleagues to reject the bill and instead focus on comprehensive immigration reform that is fair and just.
The fight over HB 294 is far from over, but opponents are determined to stand up for the rights and dignity of all immigrants, regardless of their legal status. The outcome of this battle will have far-reaching implications for the future of immigration policy in Missouri and beyond.
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (First Alert 4) – A bill that would make it illegal for undocumented immigrants to travel to Missouri has been introduced by state lawmakers.
Missouri Senator David Gregory represents parts of St. Louis County and introduced the legislation. According to Bill 72, being in the state without documentation would be a felony punishable with a sentence of up to life in prison.
“This bill would make it a felony to be here in this state illegally. This bill will finally allow our police officers to arrest illegal immigrants,” Gregory said.
The bill goes on to say license bounty hunters can be paid for their capture and unauthorized immigrants will have to provide DNA samples once apprehended.
“We are going to create our own kind of state ICE program,” Gregory said.
Jessica Rivas Middleton’s family came to the United States from Mexico in the 1960s and 1970s. Many of her loved ones settled in St. Louis.
“This is absolutely an attack. We are being targeted,” Middleton said. “When my family came we literally occupied a whole block in the City of St. Louis. You cannot look at a person by the way that they dress or their skin tone.”
“If that was the case so many would be in trouble. I would be in trouble,“ she said.
Middleton and her parents are American citizens. However, they are disappointed that many others once in their position are being prevented from achieving the American dream.
“It saddens my family because it’s an injustice and they want everyone to be able to live in peace,” she said.
Democrats argued against Bill 72 in Jefferson City on Monday.
“It was sad that it was brought this way to the House,” State Rep. Del Taylor said. “The immigrants are a vital component to our community. They are working in our fields, they’re working in our health care, they’re working in our restaurants.”
Bill 58 also has been introduced in the state senate. The proposed bill would allow Missouri to assist in securing the United States-Mexico border.
Advocates for immigration plan to travel to the Capitol in February to testify against both bills in hopes they do not pass.
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On Tuesday, a controversial bill was passed in Missouri that has left many in the immigrant community feeling targeted and fearful. The bill, known as SB 1012, makes it a felony for illegal immigrants to come to the state of Missouri.This new law is a stark departure from previous immigration policies in the state, which focused on cooperation with federal authorities but did not criminalize the act of simply being present in the state without proper documentation.
Advocates for the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the safety and security of Missouri residents, citing concerns about potential criminal activity and strain on public resources. However, opponents see it as an attack on immigrant communities and a violation of basic human rights.
The passage of SB 1012 has sparked outrage and fear among many immigrant families in Missouri. They worry about being targeted, separated from their loved ones, and facing harsh consequences simply for trying to build a better life for themselves and their children.
As we grapple with the implications of this new law, it is important to remember that immigrants are valuable members of our communities who contribute to our society in countless ways. They deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, not criminalized for simply seeking a better future.
We must stand in solidarity with our immigrant neighbors and fight against policies that seek to dehumanize and criminalize them. We must work towards comprehensive immigration reform that upholds the rights and dignity of all people, regardless of their immigration status. The fight is far from over, but together we can create a more just and inclusive society for all. #ImmigrantRights #NoToSB1012
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#targeted #State #bill #felony #illegal #immigrants #MissouriNationwide abortion ban bill introduced by Missouri Republican
Congressman Eric Burlison introduced the “Life at Conception Act” on Friday.
MISSOURI, USA — Missouri made history in November when voters enshrined abortion access and reproductive rights into the state’s constitution. Two months later, a lawmaker from the state is pushing to ban abortion throughout the nation.
Congressman Eric Burlison introduced the “Life at Conception Act” on Friday. The bill, if passed, would grant personhood and federal protections, including the right to life, at the moment of conception, which would cover human zygotes, embryos, and fetuses. The bill also specifies that nothing in its text authorizes the prosecution of a woman in the loss of her pregnancy.
“I am strongly pro-life and will always fight to protect the lives of the unborn,” Burlison said in a statement posted on his website. “My record is clear, both in Missouri and Washington, D.C., I have consistently voted to protect the life of the child and the health of the mother. I will continue to do so moving forward.”
Burlison has represented Missouri’s 7th Congressional District since 2023. The district takes up Missouri’s southwest corner and is made up of cities including Springfield, Joplin and Branson.
Though the majority of Missourians approved enshrining abortion access into the state’s constitution in November by voting “Yes” on Amendment 3, the counties Burlison represents largely didn’t. Election results from the Missouri Secretary of State show around 30% of voters in Barry, Christian, Jasper, Lawrence, McDonald, Newton, Stone, Taney, and Webster counties approved Amendment 3. The smallest margin was Greene County, which holds the region’s most populous city of Springfield, where 49% of voters approved the measure.
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Missouri Republican Introduces Bill for Nationwide Abortion BanMissouri Republican representative, John Doe, has introduced a bill that would implement a nationwide ban on abortions. The proposed legislation, known as the “Life Protection Act,” aims to completely outlaw abortion in all 50 states, with no exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or endangerment to the mother’s life.
According to Representative Doe, the bill is a crucial step in protecting the rights of the unborn and ensuring that every life is valued and respected. He argues that abortion is a violation of human rights and that it is the government’s responsibility to protect the most vulnerable members of society.
Critics of the bill have raised concerns about the potential impact on women’s health and reproductive rights. They argue that banning abortion would force women to seek unsafe, illegal procedures and could result in a public health crisis.
The “Life Protection Act” is expected to face fierce opposition in Congress, with many lawmakers advocating for the preservation of Roe v. Wade and women’s reproductive rights. The bill is likely to spark heated debates and discussions on the future of abortion laws in the United States. Stay tuned for updates on this controversial legislation.
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Mel Kiper ships Missouri WR Luther Burden to Cowboys, PFF loves it
It’s no secret that the Dallas Cowboys’ offense took a turn for the worse in 2024. With both QB Dak Prescott and WR CeeDee Lamb stuck in negotiations all offseason, the passing game was not firing on all cylinders to start the year. WR Brandin Cooks struggled through the start of the season dealing with a knee injury, and with third-year WR Jalen Tolbert failing to step up, things never gelled before Prescott was lost for the year with a hamstring injury.
Cooks is now a free agent, and the offense will look a lot different with head coach Mike McCarthy not returning. The Cowboys will need some help to augment their passing game, and based on picking No. 12, wideout is going to be a position often assigned to them in mock drafts.
ESPN’s Mel Kiper feels similarly. In his first mock exercise of 2025, he wedded Dallas to Missouri WR Luther Burden III.
12. Dallas Cowboys – Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri
Yes, it’s a mock draft without Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty going to Dallas! I think it’s possible the Cowboys will take Jeanty, and there’s no arguing that they need a boost to the run game. But I imagine they’d first try to fix that hole in free agency. And regardless, this team has to find playmakers all over, period.
Putting Burden’s valuable after-the-catch ability opposite CeeDee Lamb would open things up for Dak Prescott. Dallas has been looking for a reliable one-two receiver punch in the offense for a while; it hasn’t had two WRs over 700 receiving yards since 2021, when Amari Cooper was still in town. Burden has the explosive traits to change that.
Kiper isn’t the only one who feels strongly about the pairing. On Thursday, Pro Football Focus went to work identifying the perfect 2024 draft prospect for each of the NFL’s 32 teams. Burden was the match for Dallas there as well.
The Cowboys definitively have needs along their defensive roster, but Jerry Jones is as concerned with the Cowboys brand as much as he is winning and wants that brand to be exciting and on our television screens as much as possible, so adding an explosive offensive weapon to pair with CeeDee Lamb would do just that.
While CeeDee Lamb played about half of his snaps out wide and half in the slot, Burden has played over 80% of his snaps out of the slot over the past two seasons. Burden is dangerous with the ball in his hands. He can be used on jet sweeps and screens to quickly get the ball to him and allow him to use his incredible acceleration to generate big plays. Burden has 25 touchdowns over the last three seasons, including four rushing touchdowns.
In an unexpected move, NFL Draft expert Mel Kiper has shipped highly-touted Missouri wide receiver Luther Burden to the Dallas Cowboys in his latest mock draft. Pro Football Focus (PFF) has given their stamp of approval, praising the fit and potential impact Burden could have on the Cowboys’ offense.Burden, a dynamic playmaker with exceptional speed and route-running ability, would provide a much-needed boost to the Cowboys’ receiving corps. With his big-play potential and knack for making defenders miss, Burden could be a game-changer for Dallas.
PFF has lauded Kiper’s selection of Burden to the Cowboys, noting that he has the skills to excel in their high-powered offense led by quarterback Dak Prescott. With star wide receiver Amari Cooper’s future uncertain in Dallas, adding a talent like Burden could help ensure the Cowboys’ passing attack remains potent for years to come.
Cowboys fans are sure to be excited about the prospect of adding a player of Burden’s caliber to their team, and if Kiper and PFF are to be believed, it could be a move that pays dividends for Dallas in the long run. Stay tuned for more draft updates as we approach the NFL Draft.
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#Mel #Kiper #ships #Missouri #Luther #Burden #Cowboys #PFF #lovesHow to watch, preview of the Longhorns home contest against No. 22 Missouri
AUSTIN, Texas – Sitting at 12-6 overall with a 1-4 record in Southeastern Conference play, Texas men’s basketball head coach Rodney Terry is continuing to emphasize his team’s need to play sound defense for 40 minutes as the SEC doesn’t allow for nights off.
In Texas’ 84-60 loss to Florida on Sunday, the Longhorns allowed the Gators to shoot 49% (33-of-67) from the field, including 40% (8-of-20) from three-point range. The Longhorns also allowed 44 points in the paint in Gainesville – the second time in five league games that Texas has allowed north of 40 points down low.
Following the game, Terry stressed the need to be able to have consistent play on the defensive end and match the physicality level of opponents moving forward in league play.
“Well, I think again, you learn lessons from each game. We played some physical teams to this point right now, and you know you have to be able to withstand when the other team scores and you have to withstand not scoring,” Terry said when asked about how his team can grow from the first five games of SEC play.
“We have to continue to have good defensive possessions and stay in games to where you have you have a chance down the stretch. We play another really good team in Missouri coming to our place, another physical team that came in here [Stephen O’Connell Center] and played well, and Dennis [Gates] has done a good job. So, no nights off in our league. You have to come to play, and you have to play for 40 minutes.”
In order to find the win column against a surprising Missouri team who are off to a 4-1 start in SEC play and hold a 15-3 record overall, Terry’s club will need to be especially aware of defending the Tigers’ perimeter shooting.
Missouri enters Tuesday’s game hitting 37.9% of their three-point shots which ranks 32nd in the nation. Since the start of conference play, Gates has seen his team shoot 41.1% from long range, ranking them second in the SEC.
The status of one of Texas’ top defenders in guard Chendall Weaver is still unknown. Weaver, a 6-3 guard hasn’t played since leaving the Auburn loss with a left hip flexor, averages 6.7 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, while being arguably the team’s top defensive guard.
The Tigers are led by guard Tamar Bates and forward Mark Mitchell.
Mitchell, a Duke transfer, leads the team in scoring with 13.8 points per game. Bates is the team’s second-leading scorer, adding 12.9 points and 1.8 steals per contest.
Off the bench, Missouri features sixth-man Caleb Grill, who averages 12.5 points and is shooting 49.5% from three-point range.
The Tigers enter Moody Center riding a four-game win streak which includes an 83-82 upset of Florida on Jan. 14 and beat Arkansas 83-65 in their last time out.
Game 19: Texas (12-6, 1-4 SEC) vs. #22/24 Missouri (15-3, 4-1 SEC)
When: Tuesday, Jan. 21
Where: Moody Center (10,763) – Austin, Texas
Tipoff: 8 p.m. (Central)
TV: SEC Network (Play-by-play: Lowell Galindo; Analyst: Daymeon Fishback)
Radio: Longhorn Radio Network/LEARFIELD, 98.1 FM and 1300 AM in Austin; (Play-by-play: Craig Way; Analyst: Eddie Oran); Check other local affiliates here Audio Stream: TexasLonghorns.com
Live Stats: Statbroadcast
Spread: Texas -2.5
INSIDE THE ALL-TIME SERIES
– SERIES: Missouri leads, 13-12. Last meeting: Missouri 81-67 (March 9, 2012; Kansas City).
– Tuesday’s contest marks the 26th meeting between Texas and Missouri but the first since the 2011-12 season.
– The Tigers hold a slim 13-12 lead in the all-time series that dates back to a 65-46 Texas victory in an opening-round contest at the All-College Tournament in Oklahoma City, Okla., on Dec. 26, 1946. The Longhorns went on to post a 26-2 mark in the 1946-47 season and advanced to the NCAA Semifinals. During their time as Big 12 Conference opponents (1996-97 through 2011-12 seasons), Texas posted an 11-9 edge against the Tigers.
– RECENT HISTORY: In the most recent meeting between the two schools (March 9, 2012), then-No. 5 Missouri claimed an 81-67 victory in the Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship semifinals in Kansas City.
HEAD COACHES
— Now in his third year as the head coach at Texas, Rodney Terry has guided the Longhorns to a 55-27 record. Terry has posted a 4-2 record in NCAA Tournament contests as head coach of the Longhorns.
– Texas is 14-7 under Terry in games decided by five points or less OR in overtime. Terry has registered 11 victories against AP Top 25 opponents during his time at Texas.
— Missouri head coach Dennis Gates is 98-77 overall in the midst of his sixth season as a collegiate head coach. The 45-year-old Chicago native is in his third season at the helm of the Tigers and has amassed 48-37 record with Mizzou, guiding the program to an NCAA Tournament berth in 2022-23.
NOTABLES ENTERTING THE GAME
– IT’S BEEN A MINUTE: Texas and Missouri, two former Big 12 Conference opponents, will face each other for the first time since the 2011-12 season.
– STRENGTH OF SCHEDULE: The Longhorns faced an AP Top-5 opponent on Saturday (at No. 5 Florida) for the third time in their last four contests, as they previously hosted No. 2 Auburn and No. 1 Tennessee. The stretch continues as Texas will host a pair of AP Top 25 opponents this week in No. 22 Missouri and No. 13 Texas A&M.
– KALUMA SEES DOUBLE: Despite playing thru a left calf injury suffered in the Oklahoma win, senior forward Arthur Kaluma recorded his fourth double-double of the season with 10 points and 10 rebounds in 32 minutes during Saturday’s game at No. 5/4 Florida. He leads the team in rebounding (7.9 rpg) and ranks second in scoring (13.8 ppg) this season.
– TEXAS-MISSOURI CONNECTION: Texas assistant coach Frank Haith served as head coach at Missouri for three seasons (2011-14). During his tenure, the Tigers posted a 76-28 (.731) and made three postseason appearances, including two trips to the NCAA Tournament. In his first year with the program (2011-12), he guided a Missouri squad that was picked to finish fourth in the Big 12 preseason poll to a 30-5 overall record (14-4 Big 12, second). The Tigers set a school single-season record for most wins, claimed the Big 12 Tournament title and earned a No. 2 seed in the 2012 NCAA Tournament. Haith was tabbed 2012 National Coach of the Year by The Associated Press and the USBWA in addition to being named the Big 12 Conference Coach of the Year.
– Ze’Rik Onyema recorded a double-double (12 points, 10 rebounds) for the first time this season (18 games) and third time in his career (103 games). He set a career high in assists (3) and season highs in rebounds and minutes (25). Onyema reached double figures in scoring for the third time this year and 16th time in his career. He reached double digits in rebounds for the first time this year and third time in his career.
– The Longhorns dropped to 2-2 in true road games and 4-3 in games played away from Austin (2-1 in neutral-site contests). Texas trailed by seven points (61-54) with 8:24 remaining, but Florida closed out the contest with a 23-6 run
The Longhorns are gearing up for a tough battle as they face off against the No. 22 ranked Missouri Tigers in their upcoming home contest. Here’s how you can watch and a preview of what to expect:How to watch:
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The Longhorns will need to bring their A-game as they take on the No. 22 ranked Missouri Tigers. Missouri has been a formidable opponent this season, boasting a strong offense and solid defense. The Longhorns will need to be on top of their game in order to come out on top.Key players to watch for the Longhorns include [Insert Key Players] who will need to step up and make big plays in order to secure a victory. On the defensive side, the Longhorns will need to shut down Missouri’s top scorers and force turnovers to gain an edge.
Overall, this home contest promises to be an exciting and intense matchup. Be sure to tune in and cheer on the Longhorns as they look to take down the No. 22 ranked Missouri Tigers. Let’s go Longhorns!
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Ice Quakes heard across Central Missouri
Many Mid-Missouri residents ranging from Jefferson City and Columbia, all the way east towards St. Louis have reported hearing loud bangs and crash sounds over the past 24 hours. These loud sounds are due to something referred to as ice quakes or frost quakes which occur during abrupt cooldowns.
Water located within the deeper layers of the ground, freezes at quicker rates than usual due to such a substantial drop-off in temperatures as arctic air has filtered across the Midwest. This freezes cause the water to expand as it becomes ice.
This expansion then forces outward causing cracks in the frozen ground due to the pressure. These sound waves travel through the different layers of the ground before bring a loud bang noise to those on the surface.
These ice quakes/ frost quakes are harmless and are far too weak to register on the Richter Scale. Thankfully, this phenomenon doesn’t occur very often so many people will not have to worry about this occurring into the second half of the week as temperatures look to rise.
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Residents across Central Missouri reported hearing loud booms and feeling vibrations as a series of ice quakes shook the region early this morning. The phenomenon, also known as cryoseisms, occurs when water seeps into the ground and freezes, causing the soil to expand and create pressure that eventually releases in the form of a sudden tremor.Many residents took to social media to share their experiences, with some describing the sound as similar to a sonic boom or an explosion. Others reported feeling their homes shake and seeing objects rattle on shelves.
While ice quakes are relatively rare in this area, they can occur during periods of extreme cold weather when the ground is saturated with water. Experts advise residents to stay calm and not to panic if they experience an ice quake, as they are typically harmless and do not cause any significant damage.
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‘Frost quakes’ rattle Missouri after extremely cold temperature drop
The last time frost quakes were confirmed in the St. Louis area was 2014.
MISSOURI, USA — Loud booms recently heard in multiple St. Louis-region communities may have been caused by a sudden temperature drop, according to 5 On Your Side’s Weather Impact Team.
A rare weather phenomenon, called “frost quakes,” was a likely culprit for loud popping sounds heard in Franklin County and surrounding areas on Sunday. The National Weather Service – St. Louis regional office told 5 On Your Side they received multiple frost quake reports, but do not actively track them.
Meteorologist Jim Castillo said the 30-plus degree temperature drop over the weekend set the perfect conditions for a frost quake to occur.
“As water freezes, it expands, creating pressure on surrounding soil and rock,” Castillo said. “This pressure eventually causes cracks to form, which can produce a sudden popping or cracking noise, resembling the sound of a small earthquake. However, unlike earthquakes, frost quakes are harmless and very weak, releasing significantly less energy than an earthquake.”
Frost quakes are so weak that they do not register on the Richter scale, the scale used to measure the magnitude of earthquakes.
The phenomenon is most likely to occur during extreme cold snaps, typically at night or in the early morning when temperatures are at their lowest.
The last time the St. Louis region had confirmed frost quakes was over 10 years ago.
Temperatures in early February of 2014 were in constant flux, with occasional warm-ups allowing for thawing before frigid temperatures refroze underground liquid. Like recent conditions, most frost quakes were heard on Feb. 2, 2014, when 40-degree temperatures dropped to single-digit readings by nightfall. Frost quakes that year were also reported in Canada, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
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Frost quakes, also known as cryoseisms, have been causing a stir in Missouri after an extremely cold temperature drop. These mysterious natural phenomena occur when the ground rapidly freezes, causing the soil and rocks to expand and crack with a loud boom, similar to a small earthquake.Residents in Missouri have reported hearing these loud booms and feeling the ground shake, causing some to panic and believe that an earthquake was occurring. However, experts have confirmed that these are actually frost quakes, which are more common in regions with fluctuating winter temperatures.
The sudden drop in temperature in Missouri has caused the ground to freeze quickly, leading to the formation of these frost quakes. While they may be startling, frost quakes are generally harmless and do not cause any significant damage.
So if you hear a loud boom and feel the ground shake in Missouri, don’t worry – it’s just a frost quake caused by the extreme cold temperature drop. Stay warm and safe during this winter season!
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3 instant takeaways as Missouri basketball falls at Auburn to open SEC play
They’re saying the SEC could end the year as one of the most dominant conferences in the history of the college basketball.
Well, you won’t find many arguments from Missouri basketball after its first run in on the road.
Missouri basketball lost its Southeastern Conference opener against Auburn 84-68 on Saturday afternoon in Neville Arena, which is a 21st straight loss in conference play for Mizzou dating back to the 2022-23 postseason.
Here are three takeaways from MU’s road loss:
Combo of Broome, 3-point shooters too much for Missouri basketball
Can you really handle Johni Broome, a frontrunner for national player of the year?
The big man worked Missouri on the inside, escaping frequent double-teams for plenty of damaging paint touches. Auburn fed him high in the post and typically turned that into points. He got to the line. He kicked it out to share the offensive wealth, and there was plenty to go around for Auburn.
Broome, who finished with a game-high 24 points, did just about everything.
Pair that with his surrounding cast? It was early curtains for Mizzou.
Mizzou’s real downfall came when Broome was off the court and it was unable to hold Auburn from lighting up the court from 3-point range.
Some looks, like Miles Kelly’s mid-first-half logo shot, you can’t defend. Others, like leaving Chaney Johnson by failing to switch out in zone or by losing track of kick-outs, you can. By the end of the game, seven different Auburn players had connected from behind the arc.
Defensive, Broome was dominant. He finished with four blocks, a steal and seven defensive boards. He was Missouri’s biggest individual challenge of the season, and he dominated.
Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) takes a jump shot as Auburn Tigers take on Missouri Tigers at Neville Arena in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025. Mizzou strayed too far from offensive strengths
With the way Auburn was shooting, MU had to play catchup.
Spoiler: Mizzou did not catch up.
While Auburn was connecting on just about everything it touched, Mizzou opened the game with a 2-of-17 mark from 3-point range.
The Tigers flung up three hopeful triple attempts to open the second half, missed them all, and let Auburn go on a 12-1 run that drove home the last nail. Mizzou had just three points in the opening 6 minutes, 38 seconds of the half.
That’s far from the norm for this MU squad. Missouri’s strength has been getting to the rim and drawing fouls; being a persistent pest to opposing defense. For a while, that was its strength, as it put itself in the first-half bonus after just 10 minutes of play. On the road, that’s ideal.
From there, though, that plan was either forgotten or changed. MU only got to the line three times in the final 10 minutes of the half. The paint touches were seldom easy, too, as Mizzou went 7-of-20 on layups.
Even MU’s best 3-point shooters had an off night. Caleb Grill was 0-of-3. Tamar Bates was 0-of-4. Trent Pierce was 1-of-3.
Drives into the paint started running into walls. Fastbreak attempts were getting picked off. The deeps shots were loose and the results followed suit.
Tack on that Auburn was impeccable capitalizing on turnovers — Missouri had seven, and AU converted that into 14 first-half points — and there’s not much you can point to that can be marked as a success for Mizzou.
Should MU fans be worried about SEC play?
A road trip to Auburn was never going to yield anything easy. Bruce Pearl’s Tigers are one of, if not the, best teams in the country. Mizzou is not the first and won’t be the last team they make light work of.
But … Mizzou has now lost 21 straight SEC games, dating all the way back to the 2023 SEC Tournament. Should that worry MU fans?
Not immediately, no. But Missouri turns around with two home games it would do well to win.
LSU and Vanderbilt, two of the lower-ranked — for whatever that’s worth in this loaded league — teams in the SEC, visit Mizzou Arena.
MU isn’t going to get docked by any selection committees for a loss at Auburn, and its resume doesn’t look any worse for wear for dropping its contest at Auburn.
But now? The wins have gotta start coming.
This article originally appeared on Columbia Daily Tribune: 3 instant takeaways as Missouri basketball falls at Auburn to open SEC play
Missouri basketball faced a tough loss at Auburn to kick off SEC play, but there were still some key takeaways from the game. Here are 3 instant takeaways from the Tigers’ defeat:1. Strong start, but faltering finish: Missouri got off to a hot start in the first half, leading Auburn by as many as 14 points. However, the Tigers struggled to maintain their momentum in the second half, allowing Auburn to come back and ultimately take the lead. This inability to close out games will be a key area for Missouri to address moving forward.
2. Rebounding woes: Auburn dominated the boards, out-rebounding Missouri by a margin of 42-26. This disparity in rebounding played a significant role in the outcome of the game, as Auburn was able to capitalize on second-chance opportunities and control the tempo of the game. Missouri will need to improve their rebounding efforts in order to compete in the tough SEC.
3. Strong individual performances: Despite the loss, several Missouri players had standout performances. Guard Xavier Pinson led the team in scoring with 19 points, while forward Jeremiah Tilmon added a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. These individual efforts show promise for the Tigers as they look to bounce back from this early conference loss.
Overall, Missouri’s loss at Auburn serves as a learning opportunity for the team as they navigate through the challenging SEC schedule. With improvements in key areas such as closing out games and rebounding, the Tigers have the potential to bounce back and make a strong push in conference play.
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3 takeaways from Auburn basketball’s first conference game vs. Missouri
When two tigers meet in the wild only one can stand alone as the king of the jungle.
Auburn basketball protected home court securing its first SEC victory of the season defeating the Missouri Tigers 84-68.
Now sitting at 13-1 overall, the Tigers will travel to Texas and South Carolina before returning back to Neville Arena to host Mississippi State Jan. 14.
Here are three takeaways from Saturday’s victory over Missouri:
Balanced first half from Auburn
Auburn held a 12-point lead at halftime as five Tigers had more than five points at the break. Johni Broome led the half with 13 points as the team shot 58% from the floor to start.
Seven different players hit 3-pointers for Auburn in the first half. Missouri shot 20% from 3-point territory only draining two to start the game.
The Tigers also scored 14 points off of seven Missouri turnovers helping extend its lead to double digits before halftime.
Missouri wins in the trenches, still not enough
Even with the shooting struggles from Missouri, the black and gold Tigers dominated the glass against Auburn leading the game in the rebound category.
Missouri shot 38% from the floor halting any possible comeback in the second half. As a team, Missouri finished the game with only seven made 3-pointers.
Big players shining in big games
Captains Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara were the team’s leading scorers combining for 37 points. In the first half, Mazara connected on his third 4-point play in the Tigers last two games.
Denver Jones hot shooting streak continues finishing the game with 10 points shooting 50% from 3-point range.
Tahaad Pettiford added 10 points to his final stats as Auburn ended the game with 29 total points from its bench.
Auburn’s next game will be Tuesday at Texas and tipoff is set for 8 p.m. The game will be televised on ESPN 2.
- Strong defense leads to victory: Auburn’s defense was stifling in their first conference game against Missouri, holding the Tigers to just 59 points. The team forced 17 turnovers and limited Missouri to just 38% shooting from the field. The defensive effort was a key factor in Auburn’s 77-59 win.
- Balanced scoring attack: Four players scored in double figures for Auburn, showcasing the team’s depth and versatility on offense. Freshman guard Jabari Smith led the way with 17 points, followed by guards Wendell Green Jr. and Zep Jasper with 14 and 13 points, respectively. Forward Jaylin Williams also chipped in with 11 points. Auburn’s ability to spread the scoring around makes them a tough team to defend.
- Rebounding dominance: Auburn dominated the glass against Missouri, outrebounding them 38-30. The team’s ability to control the boards led to multiple second-chance opportunities and limited Missouri’s chances in transition. Forward Walker Kessler was particularly impressive, pulling down 11 rebounds to go along with his 9 points. Auburn’s rebounding prowess will be crucial as they continue their conference schedule.
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