Illinois Dominates Missouri in Lopsided Victory
Monday, December 22, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Enterprise Center
Illinois Fighting Illini 91, Missouri Tigers 48, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Missouri Tigers vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini beat Missouri Tigers 91-48 at Enterprise Center on December 22, 2025.
Who was favored in Missouri Tigers vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Enterprise Center, the Illinois Fighting Illini delivered a commanding performance against the Missouri Tigers, winning 91-48. This game showcased the stark contrast in recent form between the two teams, with Illinois entering the contest having won seven of their last ten games, though they faced a setback in their most recent outing against Nebraska Cornhuskers, losing 80-83. Despite this loss, the Fighting Illini had been averaging 85.3 points per game while allowing 73.2, indicating a potent offense but a defense that could be exploited.
On the other hand, the Missouri Tigers came into the game with a strong record of 10-3, having won eight of their last ten games, including their last two against Bethune-Cookman Wildcats and Alabama State Hornets. The Tigers had been scoring at an impressive rate of 86.4 points per game while allowing only 68.7, reflecting their offensive strength and solid defensive play.
In terms of home and away performance, Illinois boasted a home record of 5-2, while Missouri had struggled on the road with an away record of 0-2. This home advantage was crucial as the Fighting Illini sought to assert their dominance in front of their fans.
The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on December 22, 2024, where Illinois edged out Missouri with a close 80-77 victory. This prior encounter set the stage for a highly anticipated rematch, but the outcome was far from close this time.
Injuries did not appear to significantly impact either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their key players. The betting market reflected Illinois as the favorites, with DraftKings offering odds of -8.5 for the Fighting Illini, a total set at 153.5, and moneyline odds of -455 for Illinois and 350 for Missouri. These odds indicated a strong belief in Illinois's ability to secure a victory.
Conditions for the game were standard for a mid-December matchup, with no extreme weather factors to influence play. The atmosphere in the Enterprise Center was charged, as fans anticipated a competitive game, but the outcome quickly turned in favor of Illinois.
As the game unfolded, Illinois showcased their offensive prowess, with key plays including a series of three-pointers and strong inside scoring. The scoring plays highlighted the Illini's ability to stretch the floor and capitalize on defensive lapses from Missouri. Trent Burns, for instance, made a notable dunk assisted by T.O. Barrett, while Ben Humrichous hit two consecutive three-pointers that extended Illinois's lead significantly.
Ultimately, Illinois's performance was a testament to their capabilities as they outscored Missouri in every quarter, leading to a final score of 91-48. This victory not only emphasizes Illinois's strength this season but also raises questions for Missouri as they look to rebound from this defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ILL -8.5 | 153.5 o -105 / u -115 | Missouri Tigers +350 · Illinois Fighting Illini -455 |
Leaders
- PointsKeaton Wagler22Illinois Fighting Illini
- AssistsDavid Mirkovic5Illinois Fighting Illini
- ReboundsZvonimir Ivisic11Illinois Fighting Illini
- PointsSebastian Mack17Missouri Tigers
- AssistsT.O. Barrett3Missouri Tigers
- ReboundsJacob Crews4Missouri Tigers
Recent form
Illinois Fighting Illini
Last 10: 7-3Streak L185.3 scored · 73.2 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L80-83vs Nebraska CornhuskersDec 13
- W88-80at Ohio State BuckeyesDec 10
- W75-62at Tennessee VolunteersDec 7
- L61-74at UConn HuskiesNov 28
- W87-73vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 25
- W98-58vs Long Island University SharksNov 22
- L86-90vs Alabama Crimson TideNov 20
- W84-65vs Colgate RaidersNov 15
- W81-77vs Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 12
- W113-70vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesNov 8
Missouri Tigers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W286.4 scored · 68.7 allowed per game0-2 away
- W82-60vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsDec 14
- W85-77vs Alabama State HornetsDec 12
- L60-80at Kansas JayhawksDec 7
- L71-76at Notre Dame Fighting IrishDec 3
- W86-59vs Cleveland State VikingsNov 28
- W98-66vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 26
- W102-68vs South Dakota CoyotesNov 21
- W91-73vs Prairie View A&M PanthersNov 18
- W83-60vs Minnesota Golden GophersNov 13
- W106-68vs VMI KeydetsNov 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Missouri Tigers | Illinois Fighting Illini |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 16-56 | 30-58 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 15-33 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 45 |
| Free throws | 10-15 | 16-20 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 12 | 28 |
| Assists | 6 | 20 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 22 |
| Fouls | 20 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 43 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 91 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-41Mark Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half26-44Tomislav Ivisic makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half28-44Anthony Robinson II makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half28-45Keaton Wagler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half28-46Keaton Wagler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half28-49David Mirkovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
- 2nd Half28-52Tomislav Ivisic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kylan Boswell assists)
- 2nd Half31-52Sebastian Mack makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mark Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half31-54Kylan Boswell makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half31-55Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-56Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-57Tomislav Ivisic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-57T.O. Barrett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-57T.O. Barrett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-59Kylan Boswell makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half36-59Sebastian Mack makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half36-61Zvonimir Ivisic makes layup (David Mirkovic assists)
- 2nd Half36-63Andrej Stojakovic makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half37-63Annor Boateng makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-65Kylan Boswell makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-66Keaton Wagler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-67Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-68Andrej Stojakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-69Zvonimir Ivisic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-69Sebastian Mack makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half39-71David Mirkovic makes layup
- 2nd Half41-71Sebastian Mack makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half41-74Keaton Wagler makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andrej Stojakovic assists)
- 2nd Half41-75Zvonimir Ivisic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-78Andrej Stojakovic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
- 2nd Half44-78Sebastian Mack makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half44-81Tomislav Ivisic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keaton Wagler assists)
- 2nd Half46-81Trent Burns makes 5-foot dunk (T.O. Barrett assists)
- 2nd Half46-82Brandon Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-83Brandon Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-83Sebastian Mack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-83Sebastian Mack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-86Ben Humrichous makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mihailo Petrovic assists)
- 2nd Half48-89Ben Humrichous makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mihailo Petrovic assists)
- 2nd Half48-91Jason Jakstys makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Illinois Fighting Illini, below favours Missouri Tigers.
Venue
- Enterprise CenterSt. Louis, MO
- Attendance18505
- OfficialsBrian Dorsey, Paul Szelc, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal
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