News

Mizzou men’s basketball wins home opener over Central Michigan

November 9, 2021 11:13 PM

Published November 9, 2021 9:06 PM

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Mizzou men's basketball team opened the season with a win over Central Michigan on Tuesday night. The Tigers beat the Chippewas 78-68 to improve to 1-0 on the season.

You can watch extended highlights of the win in the video player below.

https://youtu.be/OYkQLBZaUWw

Senior Javon Pickett led the Tigers with 18 points in 39 minutes.

Ronnie DeGray III made the most of his Tiger debut. The UMass transfer had a double-double, scoring 13 points and bringing down 12 rebounds.

https://youtu.be/VallrkzbkSM

With a new roster, head coach Cuonzo Martin said he is happy with how his team showed in the season opener.

https://youtu.be/gejoCXcHmp4

Up next - MU will host UMKC on Monday at 7 p.m.

Article Topic Follows: News

Jump to comments ↓

Andrew Kauffman

Andrew Kauffman is ABC 17’s sports director. He started working at the station in 2015.

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

ABC 17 News is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.