The Missouri Tigers fell to the Illinois Fighting Illini 97-73 in the annual Braggin’ Rights game on Friday, December 22.

Illinois jumped out to a 49-24 lead at the half as they cruised to the 24-point win.

Illinois shot 49 percent and out-rebounded Mizzou 51-35.

The Tigers were led by Sean East II with 18 points. Trent Pierce had 12 and Tamar Bates had 10.

The Tigers fall to 7-5 on the season.

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Missouri will be back in action on Saturday, December 30 to face the Central Arkansas Bears.