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Missouri Tigers

23-2, 10-2 Big 12 (2nd)
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Tigers report: Strategy and personnel

 
Strategy and personnel · Notes, quotes · Getting inside
 

THE GOOD NEWS
Missouri was good enough in the Big 12 opener to upset eventual conference co-champion Texas. That was when the Tigers were playing with G Stefhon Hannah, who was later dismissed for his role in a bar fight. There were instances when Missouri could play with any team in the conference, but shots had to fall. They rarely did from long range as the Tigers hit .327 on 3-pointers during Big 12 play.

THE BAD NEWS
If coach Mike Anderson prides his teams on stout defense, then the Tigers need a crash course on fundamentals. They ranked 11th defending field goals in conference play with a .458 percentage, and the 78.1 points they allowed conference opponents also ranked 11th. Part of the problem is the quick pace Anderson likes to create, but the Tigers should be advised to slow down at times and find better opportunities.

KEY RETURNEES
F DeMarre Carroll is a well-built forward with great instincts, as long as he doesn't play out of control. It's possible, however, the Vanderbilt transfer could explore professional avenues after playing just one season with the Tigers. G Keon Lawrence has yet to develop into a consistent threat, but could eventually become a top scorer. G Matt Lawrence is a 3-point bomber who had trouble finding his touch. The top returnee could be F Leo Lyons, yet his role was never really defined.

ROSTER REPORT

--Over the last four regular-season games, F Leo Lyons averaged 21.5 points and 12.8 rebounds. He led the Big 12 with a .602 shooting percentage, yet was not a regular for the Tigers until late in the season. Lyons scored only seven points in the Big 12 Tournament loss to Nebraska, going 2 for 12 from the field.

--F DeMarre Carroll, a junior who sat out last season after transferring from Vanderbilt, was named the Big 12 newcomer of the year after averaging 13.1 points and a team-high 6.6 rebounds. He hinted after the first-round loss to Nebraska in the Big 12 Tournament he might turn pro.

--The first-round loss for Missouri in the Big 12 Tournament was its third straight, and its first ever in Kansas City. Before its three-year skid, Missouri won its opener in each of the previous nine Big 12 tournaments.

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OKLAHOMA STATE vs. MISSOURI
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February 15, 2012 8:00 PM ET

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February 13, 2012 8:00 PM ET

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February 13, 2012 7:38 PM ET

Tiger Top 5:Baylor
February 13, 2012 12:56 PM ET

Haith TV Show
February 12, 2012 3:00 AM ET

BAYLOR vs. MISSOURI
February 11, 2012 1:15 PM ET

BAYLOR vs. MISSOURI
February 11, 2012 1:00 PM ET

Mizzou Beats Baylor 72 - 57
February 11, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Phil Pressey talks about Baylor Victory
February 11, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Frank Haith after 72 - 57 Victory over Baylor
February 11, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Mizzou Beats Baylor 72 - 57
February 11, 2012 3:00 AM ET

1 on 1 w/ Frank Haith
February 10, 2012 8:54 AM ET

Coach Haith previews Baylor
February 10, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Fireworks at Mizzou Arena
February 9, 2012 2:33 PM ET

Jay Bilas Interview
February 9, 2012 3:00 AM ET

ESPN's Digger Phelps
February 9, 2012 3:00 AM ET

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February 9, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Mizzou Tiger Talk Basketball
February 7, 2012 8:00 PM ET

Highlights:MU beats OU
February 6, 2012 7:00 PM ET

Top 5 from win at OU
February 6, 2012 7:00 PM ET

MISSOURI vs. OKLAHOMA
February 6, 2012 6:30 PM ET

MISSOURI vs. OKLAHOMA
February 6, 2012 6:30 PM ET

Denmon wins Big 12 POW
February 6, 2012 2:24 PM ET

Tigers beat the Jayhawks
February 5, 2012 1:12 AM ET

Postgame Press Conference
February 4, 2012 11:15 PM ET

Haith Postgame
February 4, 2012 9:00 PM ET

KANSAS vs. MISSOURI
February 4, 2012 9:00 PM ET

KANSAS vs. MISSOURI
February 4, 2012 8:30 PM ET

KANSAS vs. MISSOURI
February 4, 2012 7:30 PM ET

English on 74-71 Victory
February 4, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Donmon talks about 74-71 Victory over KU
February 4, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Dixon Talks about 74-71 Victory
February 4, 2012 3:00 AM ET

Haith Show #7
February 4, 2012 3:00 AM ET

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February 3, 2012 8:12 PM ET

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February 3, 2012 3:00 AM ET

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