The momentum from Missouri’s upset at No. 5 Mississippi State lasted all of three days.
After winning in Starkville, Miss., on Thursday, the Tigers (19-8, 8-5 SEC) fell 62-60 to Tennessee (17-8, 6-6 SEC) Sunday night, hurting Missouri’s chances of hosting games in the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament. Amber Smith led Missouri with 14 points while Sophie Cunningham and Cierra Porter each had 13.
How much this loss hurts depends upon who you ask.
ESPN bracketologist Charlie Creme tweeted shortly after the game that he doesn’t think it changes Missouri’s situation.
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Obviously, a huge win for @LadyVol_Hoops , one they really needed and given the state of the bubble it many end up being exactly the only one they need.