Missouri basketball’s 2023 non-conference slate was revealed on Friday, and it’s safe to say that Dennis Gates wants to challenge his team more this season.
After playing only three high-major teams during the 2022 non-conference slate, the Tigers will take on six this time around (Wichita State could be considered of high-major quality as well). Kansas, Illinois, SIU Edwardsville and Wichita State remain on the schedule, but joining them are the likes of Memphis, Minnesota, Seton Hall and Pittsburgh.
Missouri was able to qualify for the 2023 NCAA Tournament despite a lackluster non-conference slate, but the margin for error was incredibly thin throughout the season.