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Why Missouri State's basketball games against Loyola and SIU Sunday are so important

The two first-place teams in the Missouri Valley Conference visit JQH Arena on Sunday with both Missouri State basketball teams in title contention.

A big day at JQH Arena begins with the men's basketball team hosting Loyola Chicago at 1 p.m. with the Bears a half-game out of first place.

The day continues at 5 p.m. with the Lady Bears hosting Southern Illinois, a possible must-win for MSU as it currently sits in fourth place.

Here's what you need to know heading into Sunday:

Men's basketball can take a step toward a Valley title

One of the bigger men's basketball games JQH Arena has seen in recent years will take place in front of a national audience.