Mizzou men survive 2nd-half scare to beat Vanderbilt

After a Music City Bowl win, Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz and players talk with the media about what the senior class's legacy looks like. Video courtesy of Mizzou Athletics, edited by Jenna Jones.COLUMBIA, Mo. — Missouri men's basketball started quick and survived a muddy second half to beat Vanderbilt on Saturday for a key Southeastern Conference win that came through something of a nailbiter.

The Tigers needed just nine minutes to score their first 25 points but took more than 17 minutes to score their next 25, letting a competitive Commodores team back into the game. A confident closing effort from Mizzou's veterans sealed the victory, keeping Vanderbilt from ever leading despite spending…