Missouri State Bears Defeat Florida International Panthers 79-71
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Great Southern Bank Arena
Missouri State Bears 79, Florida International Panthers 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Florida International Panthers vs Missouri State Bears?
Missouri State Bears beat Florida International Panthers 79-71 at Great Southern Bank Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida International Panthers vs Missouri State Bears?
Missouri State Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -166 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Missouri State Bears secured a 79-71 victory over the Florida International Panthers at the Great Southern Bank Arena. This win improves the Bears' home record to 6-1, while the Panthers drop to 0-2 in away games this season. The game showcased the Bears' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, which has been a significant factor in their performance this season.
Both teams entered the game with solid records, with Missouri State holding a 10-6 overall record and Florida International at 9-7. The Bears had been slightly inconsistent lately, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, but they had averaged 72.6 points scored and allowed 71.6 during this stretch. In contrast, the Panthers had a stronger recent form, going 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 86.2 points scored and 76.2 allowed.
Missouri State's recent games included a mix of results, with their last outing resulting in a loss to Kennesaw State Owls, where they fell 80-90. Prior to that, they had a three-game winning streak that included victories over New Mexico State Aggies and UTEP Miners. Meanwhile, Florida International faced a setback in their last game against Jacksonville State Gamecocks, losing 64-71. Their previous performances included a notable win against New Mexico State and a dominant 121-70 victory over Trinity College of Jacksonville.
In terms of scoring, the Bears have shown a tendency to score lower at home, averaging 75.8 points in their last five games, compared to the Panthers' impressive average of 88.8 points in their last five outings. This game highlighted the contrasting styles, with Missouri State relying on a more balanced attack while Florida International often leaned on high-scoring outputs.
The matchup also featured a significant injury picture, although the block did not specify any key injuries affecting either team. This absence of injury concerns may have contributed to both teams fielding their best lineups, allowing for a competitive game.
As for the betting lines, DraftKings had set the spread at -2.5 in favor of Missouri State, with a total of 153.5 for the game. The moneyline odds reflected Missouri State at -166 and Florida International at 140, indicating a slight favoritism towards the home team.
The conditions for the game were ideal, with no adverse weather or external factors reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance. Fans could expect an exciting display of basketball, with Missouri State's home crowd providing a significant boost to their players.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Zaxton King made crucial contributions, including a 25-foot three-point jumper that extended the Bears' lead. The game remained competitive, with the Panthers attempting to close the gap but ultimately falling short as Missouri State maintained control in the closing minutes.
Overall, the matchup was a testament to the Bears' resilience at home, while the Panthers will need to regroup as they continue their season. The final score of 79-71 reflects the intensity of the contest and the strategic play from both teams.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MOST -2.5 | 153.5 o -110 / u -110 | Florida International Panthers +140 · Missouri State Bears -166 |
Leaders
- PointsKeith Palek III22Missouri State Bears
- AssistsKeith Palek III5Missouri State Bears
- ReboundsDarrion Sutton11Missouri State Bears
- PointsJulian Mackey18Florida International Panthers
- AssistsZawdie Jackson5Florida International Panthers
- ReboundsEric Dibami8Florida International Panthers
Recent form
Missouri State Bears
Last 10: 6-4Streak L172.6 scored · 71.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L80-90at Kennesaw State OwlsJan 8
- W89-82vs New Mexico State AggiesJan 4
- W79-55vs UTEP MinersJan 3
- W61-43at Delaware Blue HensDec 29
- W70-65vs Lindenwood LionsDec 23
- W63-62vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 17
- L57-75at Xavier MusketeersDec 13
- L74-98at Tulsa Golden HurricaneDec 6
- W92-71vs Northeastern State RiverHawksNov 30
- L61-75vs Long Island University SharksNov 25
Florida International Panthers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L186.2 scored · 76.2 allowed per game0-2 away
- L64-71at Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 8
- W76-64vs UTEP MinersJan 4
- W89-74vs New Mexico State AggiesJan 2
- L94-97vs Liberty FlamesDec 28
- W121-70vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesDec 22
- W86-79vs Long Island University SharksDec 20
- L81-98at Miami HurricanesDec 17
- W88-65vs Jacksonville DolphinsDec 6
- W89-83vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesDec 4
- W74-61vs Omaha MavericksNov 26
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida International Panthers | Missouri State Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-63 | 25-53 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 4-18 | 10-31 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 32 |
| Free throws | 11-19 | 19-31 |
| Free throw % | 58 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 28 |
| Assists | 17 | 18 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 20 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 8 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-45Keith Palek III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-46Keith Palek III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-46Corey Stephenson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half37-46Corey Stephenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-46Corey Stephenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-48Keith Palek III makes layup (Zaxton King assists)
- 2nd Half41-48Julian Mackey makes 23-foot three point jumper (Thiago Sucatzky assists)
- 2nd Half41-49Kobi Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-50Kobi Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-50Julian Mackey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-53Trey Williams Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kobi Williams assists)
- 2nd Half44-53Julian Mackey makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-53Julian Mackey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zawdie Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half47-56Kobi Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Osei-Bonsu assists)
- 2nd Half49-56Corey Stephenson makes layup (Hamed Olayinka assists)
- 2nd Half51-56Hamed Olayinka makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-58Darrion Sutton makes 6-foot jumper (Trey Williams Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half53-58Zawdie Jackson makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-60Keith Palek III makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half56-60Ashton Williamson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zawdie Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half58-60Corey Stephenson makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot (Thiago Sucatzky assists)
- 2nd Half58-62Keith Palek III makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-62Ashton Williamson makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half60-65Trey Williams Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keith Palek III assists)
- 2nd Half61-65Hamed Olayinka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-67Zaxton King makes 9-foot jumper (Keith Palek III assists)
- 2nd Half61-68Zaxton King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Zaxton King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-70Michael Osei-Bonsu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-70Eric Dibami makes layup (Corey Stephenson assists)
- 2nd Half63-71Darrion Sutton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-71Eric Dibami makes 2-foot dunk (Julian Mackey assists)
- 2nd Half67-71Zawdie Jackson makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half67-74Zaxton King makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keith Palek III assists)
- 2nd Half67-76Darrion Sutton makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half69-76Ashton Williamson makes layup
- 2nd Half69-77Zaxton King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-78Zaxton King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78Eric Dibami makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-79Trey Williams Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Missouri State Bears, below favours Florida International Panthers.
Venue
- Great Southern Bank ArenaSpringfield, MO
- Attendance2210
- OfficialsKevin Mathis, Erroll Lewis, Steve Divine
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