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Missouri faces Saint Louis in first basketball matchup in 25 years

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Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Missouri faces Saint Louis in first basketball matchup in 25 years
Summary

The Missouri Tigers and Saint Louis Billikens are set to meet for the first time since December 2001 on Friday, Nov. 6, at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis. Missouri (1-0) is coming off a 61-point victory over Cleveland State, while SLU (1-0) seeks to build on last season’s NCAA Tournament run. The game features key players like forward Robbie Avila, whose eligibility remains uncertain due to ongoing court proceedings. Guard Kellen Thames, the son of a Mizzou alum, and SLU's sharpshooter Trey Green will also be pivotal in the contest. Missouri is predicted to win 83-78, highlighting the competitive nature of this renewed rivalry.

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  • •Missouri and SLU last played 25 years ago.
  • •Mizzou opened the season with a win against Cleveland State.
  • •SLU's Robbie Avila's eligibility is uncertain pending court ruling.
  • •Kellen Thames and Trey Green are key players to watch.
  • •The game tips off at 6 p.m. on Nov. 6, airing on ESPNU.
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  • 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Missouri basketball vs SLU scout report, score prediction
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For the first time in 25 years, Mizzou basketball is set to face Saint Louis. Here's our scouting report of SLU and a score prediction for Friday's game.

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