The Missouri Tigers have reclaimed Braggin’ Rights.
Facing each other for the 42nd annual Braggin’ Rights matchup in St. Louis, the Illinois Fighting Illini and home-state Tigers treated fans who braved the snow and record-breaking cold temperatures to an up-tempo, intense affair that culminated in a dominant 93-71 Mizzou victory.
“I thought our team was connected going into (this game),” Mizzou men’s basketball head coach Dennis Gates said. “I’m proud of our growth. I’m proud of our fans. It was an electric atmosphere, unbelievable atmosphere here in St. Louis.”
This year’s rendition featured a stark contrast from last year’s meeting, which ended in a 25-point victory for the Fighting Illini, who earned yet another NCAA Tournament berth this past March and carried the nation’s No.