The Missouri State Lady Bears begin their 2021-22 campaign on Tuesday night in Little Rock. The team has high expectations this season after back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances and the majority of the roster back.
Lady Bears head coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton is back for her third season at the helm. She's done nothing but win since her arrival.
Here's what you need to know about the Lady Bears entering this season:
How last season ended
One of the great seasons in Missouri State women's basketball history ended with the Lady Bears in the Sweet 16 for the second tournament in a row.