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A Breakdown of MVC Men’s Basketball

Steve Woltmann | Loyola Athletics

From Illinois State University’s breakout season to the University of Northern Iowa locking down third place in the standings after losing last season’s key seniors, the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) was full of surprises this season.

But as the conference tournament looms, Wichita State University remains the team to beat as it continues to steamroll opponents en route to 15 wins in the conference and a 25-4 record with two games left. The Shockers’ dominance left many to wonder if Illinois State is the only team with a chance to snag the automatic bid to the NCAA tournament out of Wichita State’s hands.