Recap - Missouri Defeats Kansas 74-71
Recap - Missouri Defeats Kansas 74-71
Kansas was burned for 29 points by Marcus Denmon on Saturday as Missouri picked up a 74-71 win at Mizzou Arena.
The game was a push (tie) for betting purposes as the final score was identical to the 3 number at most sportsbooks.
Missouri got 18 points from Kim English and another 15 points from Michael Dixon. Michael Dixon contributed 5 assists, while Marcus Denmon cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Kansas got a 25-point performance from Thomas Robinson, who was supported by 21 points from Tyshawn Taylor. Elijah Johnson had 4 assists in a losing cause for Kansas, while Thomas Robinson grabbed 13 rebounds.
Missouri led at halftime, 39-34.
Kansas had a 29-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
