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Mizzou Arena, Columbia, MO
Starting Trent Pierce Was an 'Easy' Decision for Mizzou's Dennis GatesMissouri coach Dennis Gates was faced with a decision to make ahead of its matchup with Alabama State Monday evening. Guard Anthony Robinson...
Josh Gray - Another quiet nightGray racked up two points (1-2 FG), three rebounds, one assist and one block in 12 minutes during Monday's 82-65 victory over Alabama State.
ImpactGray got the start against Alabama State, as per usual, but only played 12 minutes and took just two shots. The center is essentially just out there to clean up the glass, which he's doing a solid job of to the tune of 4.7 rebounds-per-game. Missouri may need more of a scoring element from its big man as SEC play begins, however.
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Trent Pierce - Nears double-double in first startPierce had 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds and two assists in 23 minutes during Monday's 82-65 win over Alabama State.
ImpactPierce got his first start of the season for the Tigers, and he made the most of it, almost picking up his first career double-double. The sophomore hit two three-pointers and also dished out two assists across 23 minutes in an efficient if not explosive outing. It remains to be seen if he'll keep his place in the starting five, but at least against lesser competition, he proved that he can be a serviceable aspect of Missouri's front court.
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Caleb Grill - Makes return MondayGrill (neck) finished with six points (2-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt) and a steal in 11 minutes in Monday's win over Alcorn State.
ImpactGrill missed the previous five games with a neck injury and was able to return in a soft landing spot with the Tigers comfortably handling their opponent. Grill averaged 23.5 minutes over the first six games of the year, but it seems the team plans to ramp him back up as they head into conference play against Auburn on Saturday.
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Bates has 16, Mitchell 14, Mizzou warms up for SEC play with 82-65 win over Alabama State
Tamar Bates scored 16 points, Mark Mitchell added 14 and Missouri closes its nonconference schedule with an 82-65 win over Alabama State7 DAYS AGO•ASSOCIATED PRESS
Anthony Robinson - Out vs. Alabama StateRobinson is out for Monday's game against Alabama State due to an illness, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.
ImpactThe loss of Robinson could be huge for the Tigers, as Robinson is one of the team's best players by a wide margin. He's averaging 10.7 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game this season. Marques Warrick is expected to start in his place.
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