The Missouri Southern men's basketball team is set to face Missouri Western in the 2024 MIAA Tournament as the 8 seed against the 9 seed, with the winner progressing to play the 1 seed, Northwest Missouri, with the game scheduled for a Wednesday, March 6, 6:00pm tip-off.

The Big Picture

The matchup marks a crucial point in the MIAA Tournament, with both teams vying for advancement in the championship.

By the Numbers
  • Missouri Southern Record: 13-15, 11-11 MIAA
  • Missouri Western Record: 16-12, 10-12 MIAA
State of Play
  • MSSU leads in the series record against Missouri Western, 56-49.
  • Coaches: MSSU - Sam McMahon (2nd season, 30-28 record), MWSU - Will Martin (4th season, 57-56 record)
  • Notable player stats - Darius Dawson leads MSSU with 14.3 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, while JaRon Thames leads MWSU with 15.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game.
What's Next

The outcome of this game will shape the path for both teams in the MIAA Tournament, determining their position and potential matchups moving forward.

Bottom Line

Men's basketball at Missouri Southern faces a pivotal moment as they clash with Missouri Western, with the result carrying significant implications for their tournament journey.