As Aidan Shaw rose into the air, caught an alley-oop pass from Isiaih Mosley and slammed home a reverse layup in front of a sellout crowd at Mizzou Arena Saturday evening, the Missouri Tigers looked ready to make it four consecutive victories over the Alabama Crimson Tide.
Alabama (17-2, 7-0 SEC), the nation’s fourth-ranked team, stymied that upset attempt, however, capitalizing on its opportunities when it mattered most to take down Mizzou (14-5, 3-4 SEC) and remain undefeated in Southeastern Conference play with a 85-64 victory.
“One game doesn’t define us, but I am proud of our team,” Missouri men’s basketball head coach Dennis Gates said.