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Mizzou women’s basketball rallies in overtime to defeat Howard

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Mizzou women’s basketball rallies in overtime to defeat Howard

Summary

Missouri women's basketball won its season opener against Howard 91-88 in overtime on November 2, 2026. The Tigers overcame a 17-point deficit in the final minutes of regulation, thanks in part to a strong performance from freshman Khloe Ford, who recorded a double-double with 15 points and 15 rebounds. McKenzie Mathurin led Mizzou in scoring with 29 points. A missed shot by Nevaeh Caffey in regulation allowed the game to reach overtime, where she contributed five points to secure the win. Mizzou next faces Little Rock on November 4.

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•Mizzou trailed by 17 points with under seven minutes left.
•The Tigers scored 17 points in the last 6:46 to tie the game.
•McKenzie Mathurin scored 29 points in her debut.
•Khloe Ford recorded a double-double with 15 points and 15 rebounds.
•Mizzou will play Little Rock on November 4.

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4:23 AMYahoo Sports — Mizzou women’s basketball erases 19-point deficit, beats Howard 91-88 in overtime
2:54 AMYahoo Sports — Mizzou women’s basketball avoids stunner in opener, beats Howard in OT

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