Tigers Host Missouri, Honor 1986 Final Four Team on Alumni Day
The LSU men’s basketball team is set to celebrate Alumni Day this Saturday at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. They will host the Missouri Tigers at 2:30 p.m. During the event, the team will honor members of the iconic 1986 NCAA Final Four squad.
Tigers Host Missouri and Honor 1986 Final Four Team
The 1986 team, coached by Dale Brown, was the first an 11-seed to reach the Final Four. They had impressive victories in the early rounds, playing at the LSU Assembly Center before advancing to the regionals in Atlanta where they defeated both Georgia Tech and Kentucky.
Game Details
- Opponent: Missouri Tigers
- Date: Saturday
- Time: 2:30 p.m.
- Location: Pete Maravich Assembly Center
- Tickets: Available at LSUTix.net and at the venue’s upper concourse before the game
- Admission: Free for LSU students (first 500 students receive LSU Geaux hats)
LSU enters the game with a record of 12-5, having faced challenges in conference play, currently at 0-4 in the SEC. Their latest match resulted in a narrow defeat to Kentucky, with LSU losing 75-74 in a tightly contested game.
Missouri’s Performance
In contrast, Missouri is enjoying a solid season, standing at 13-4 overall and 3-1 in the SEC following a recent 84-74 victory over Auburn. They are part of a five-way tie atop the conference rankings.
Key players for Missouri include:
- Jayden Stone: 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists against Auburn
- Mark Mitchell: 12 points and team-high 5 assists
- Trent Pierce: 18 points
- T.O. Barrett: 13 points
Missouri has been efficient offensively, boasting an average of 81.8 points per game and shooting 56.3 percent in their last outing. Mark Mitchell leads the scoring for the Tigers with an average of 17.5 points per game.
Historical Context
The rivalry between LSU and Missouri favors the Tigers of LSU, leading the series with 12 wins to 5 losses. LSU holds an impressive 7-1 record when playing at home against Missouri. Their last victory came on March 9, 2024, when LSU triumphed 84-80.
Following Saturday’s game, LSU will embark on a challenging road trip, facing Florida and Arkansas, before returning home to play Mississippi State on January 28.
The anticipation for Alumni Day and the match against Missouri adds excitement for both old and new fans alike as LSU honors its storied basketball tradition.
