The Missouri Tigers opened SEC play in a highly anticipated top 15 matchup against the undefeated Tennessee Volunteers. However, Missouri did not get off to the start they were looking for. The Volunteers quickly demonstrated why they were picked to win the conference preseason, and jumped out to a white-hot start, shooting the ball 7-7 from the field. Tennessee also proved their dominance on defense early. Tennessee’s full court pressure from the opening tip gave Missouri problems and forced them to play at the Volunteers’ tempo. It was all Vols early, as Tennessee rapidly increased their lead thanks to a 15-0 run.
Volunteer defense too much for the Tigers
