Robertson leads Mizzou past Stephen F. Austin
The Mizzou men’s basketball team beat Stephen F. Austin on Tuesday night, 82-81, to improve to 10-2 on the season. Kassius Robertson led the Tigers with 23 points.
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Senior Jordan Barnett also had a big night for MU. He finished with 22 points and six rebounds. Freshman Jeremiah Tilmon added 10 points on 5-5 shooting.
Head coach Counzo Martin, Kassius Robertson and Jordan Barnett met with the media following the win.
The Tigers were 11-22 from three-point range. They shot 55.8 percent from the field.
After the game, Coach Martin went into SFA’s locker room to show his appreciation for the Jacks’ effort.
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SFA head coach Kyle Keller had high praise for the Tigers after the game as well.
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Up next, Mizzou will play Illinois in the Braggin’ Rights game on Saturday, Dec. 23 at 7 p.m.
