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Howard built a 19-point lead against Missouri but couldn’t hold off the Tigers’ fourth-quarter rally, falling 91-88 in overtime. The Bison opened the season with standout performances across the roster, including double-doubles from Destiny Bynum-Johnson and key contributions from several players making their Howard or college debuts.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Missouri 91, Howard 88 (OT).
  • Howard led by as many as 19 points and held the lead for 37 minutes.
  • Missouri outscored Howard 30-13 in the fourth quarter to force overtime.
  • Missouri made 27 of 42 free throws; Howard made 15 of 20.
  • Howard’s bench outscored Missouri’s, 37-9.
Yes, But

Howard’s depth delivered despite foul trouble limiting guards Zoe Stewart and Ariella Henigan to 27 and 16 minutes, respectively. But the late collapse and Missouri’s substantial advantage at the free-throw line turned a commanding lead into a season-opening loss.

What’s Next

Howard hosts Elon in its home opener Friday, Nov. 6, at Burr Gymnasium. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

Howard showed it can score and rebound throughout the lineup, but protecting a big lead—and limiting opponents’ trips to the line—will be crucial to converting that promise into wins.