Missouri Basketball Tops Alabama State as Caleb Grill Returns from Neck Injury

The Tigers secured an 82-65 victory in their final nonconference game, with Caleb Grill making his first appearance since a November injury.

Missouri defeated Alabama State 82-65 in their last nonconference game, improving to an 11-2 record before entering SEC play.
Four starters scored in double figures, with Tamar Bates leading the team with 16 points, followed by Mark Mitchell with 14.
Caleb Grill returned to the court after a neck injury sustained on November 27, contributing six points and a steal in limited minutes.
The Tigers shot 52.1% from the field, a marked improvement from their previous game, and led by as many as 26 points during the matchup.
Missouri will begin SEC play on January 4 with a challenging road game against No. 2 Auburn, aiming for their first conference win since March 2023.