In the second round, the Indiana Pacers selected Alize Johnson out of Missouri State. The senior power forward averaged a 15 and 12 double double for the Bears, helping them to an 18-15 record before bowing to Southern Illinois in the MVC Tournament.
Missouri State’s lone postseason win came against Valparaiso, an 83-79 victory led by Johnson. He finished with 22 points and 19 rebounds, eight on the offensive glass, including six assists in the win.
Johnson at 6’9” was fifth in the nation in rebounding and showed himself a capable three point shooter, though his percentages were down from .