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Arkansas Falls 83-79 to Missouri - Recap
Missouri grabbed a 83-79 win over Arkansas on Saturday, behind a 24-point effort from Xavier Pinson at Mizzou Arena.
Missouri was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Javon Pickett had 14 points for Missouri and Dru Smith chipped in with 11 points. Xavier Pinson had 3 assists for them, while Mitchell Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Arkansas got a 17-point performance from Mason Jones, who was supported by 17 points from Reggie Chaney. Jalen Harris had 4 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas, while Reggie Chaney grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Missouri were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Missouri as they grabbed 50 boards, while Arkansas only had 32
Missouri heads into a battle against LSU. Arkansas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tennessee.