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Missouri Downs Arkansas 79-78 - Match Report

Missouri got 21 points from Jeremiah Tilmon en route to a 79-78 victory over Arkansas on Tuesday at Mizzou Arena.

Missouri was the ATS victor, as they covered the +1.5-point spread as an underdog.

Missouri got 18 points from Jordan Geist and another 11 points from Xavier Pinson. Kevin Puryear contributed 4 assists, while Xavier Pinson cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

Arkansas got a 26-point performance from Daniel Gafford, who was supported by 17 points from Isaiah Joe. Jalen Harris had 5 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas, while Daniel Gafford grabbed 8 rebounds.

Missouri led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Missouri as they grabbed 37 boards, while Arkansas only had 25

Next game, Missouri takes its act on the road to face Mississippi looking for another win. For Arkansas, they head home to face Mississippi State.