Notre Dame Defeats Missouri 76-71 in Close Contest
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Purcell Pavilion
Notre Dame Fighting Irish 76, Missouri Tigers 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Missouri Tigers vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish beat Missouri Tigers 76-71 at Purcell Pavilion on December 2, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish emerged victorious against the Missouri Tigers with a final score of 76-71. This game, held at Purcell Pavilion, showcased the Fighting Irish's resilience as they improved their record to 7-3 while the Tigers fell to 8-2.
The Fighting Irish entered this game struggling, with a recent record of 2-8 in their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak. Their average scoring during this stretch was 75.3 points per game, but they also allowed an average of 83.3 points, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. Their home record stood at 2-3, with a recent home game loss against Stanford, where they scored 78 points but allowed 86. In contrast, the Missouri Tigers had a better recent form, holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were also on a three-game losing streak. Their average points scored during this stretch was 78.0, with an average of 78.2 points allowed. They had a mixed away record of 3-2, indicating some challenges on the road.
Historically, the Fighting Irish had the upper hand in their previous meeting against the Tigers earlier in the season, winning 76-71. This added an extra layer of intrigue to the rematch, as both teams were looking to assert their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, but both teams had been dealing with their challenges in the lead-up to this game. The market had priced the game closely, with DraftKings offering Missouri as a slight favorite with a spread of 1.5 points, indicating expectations for a competitive matchup. The total points line was set at 146.5, reflecting a belief in a moderately high-scoring game.
The conditions for the game were typical for a December evening in Indiana, with fans filling the arena to support their home team. The atmosphere was electric, as the Fighting Irish looked to leverage their home-court advantage.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that kept the tension high. In the second half, Jacob Crews made critical free throws to tie the game at 69, but Notre Dame responded effectively. Cole Certa hit a three-pointer, assisted by Markus Burton, putting the Irish ahead 72-69. Burton continued to contribute, making free throws that extended the lead to 74-69. Despite a dunk from Missouri's Shawn Phillips Jr., Notre Dame maintained their composure, with Braeden Shrewsberry sealing the game with free throws that brought the final score to 76-71.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Fighting Irish's ability to perform under pressure, while the Tigers will need to regroup after their fourth consecutive loss. The game served as a reminder of the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams showcasing talent and determination.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIZ -1.5 | 146.5 o -108 / u -112 | Missouri Tigers -110 · Notre Dame Fighting Irish -110 |
Leaders
- PointsMarkus Burton18Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- AssistsMarkus Burton10Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- ReboundsCarson Towt9Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- PointsMark Mitchell Jr.26Missouri Tigers
- AssistsT.O. Barrett4Missouri Tigers
- ReboundsAnthony Robinson II7Missouri Tigers
Recent form
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Last 10: 2-8Streak L275.3 scored · 83.3 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L69-77at Boston College EaglesMar 7
- L78-86vs Stanford CardinalMar 5
- W96-90vs NC State WolfpackFeb 28
- L56-100vs Duke Blue DevilsFeb 25
- L68-73at Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 21
- W89-74vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsFeb 14
- L81-89at SMU MustangsFeb 11
- L79-82vs Florida State SeminolesFeb 7
- L65-76at Louisville CardinalsFeb 5
- L72-86at Syracuse OrangeJan 31
Missouri Tigers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L378 scored · 78.2 allowed per game3-2 away
- L72-78vs Kentucky WildcatsMar 12
- L84-88vs Arkansas RazorbacksMar 7
- L64-80at Oklahoma SoonersMar 4
- W88-64at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 28
- W73-69vs Tennessee VolunteersFeb 25
- L86-94at Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 21
- W81-80vs Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 19
- L68-85vs Texas LonghornsFeb 15
- W86-85at Texas A&M AggiesFeb 12
- W78-59at South Carolina GamecocksFeb 7
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 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Missouri Tigers | Notre Dame Fighting Irish |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-54 | 25-54 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 11-33 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 33 |
| Free throws | 17-25 | 15-18 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 16 |
| Steals | 10 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 22 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 24 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-38Jalen Haralson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-38Mark Mitchell made Layup.
- 2nd Half44-38T.O. Barrett made Layup. Assisted by Mark Mitchell.
- 2nd Half44-40Markus Burton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-42Jalen Haralson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-42Mark Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-42Mark Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-45Markus Burton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Garrett Sundra.
- 2nd Half46-48Braeden Shrewsberry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half46-51Brady Koehler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half46-53Markus Burton made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-53Mark Mitchell made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-53Mark Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-53Jacob Crews made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by T.O. Barrett.
- 2nd Half54-53Anthony Robinson II made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-53Jacob Crews made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Northweather.
- 2nd Half57-54Kebba Njie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-55Cole Certa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-56Cole Certa made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-56Mark Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-56T.O. Barrett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-56T.O. Barrett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-58Kebba Njie made Dunk. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half60-61Cole Certa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braeden Shrewsberry.
- 2nd Half63-61Mark Mitchell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anthony Robinson II.
- 2nd Half65-61T.O. Barrett made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-64Logan Imes made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half66-64Mark Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-64Mark Mitchell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-67Cole Certa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half67-68Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-69Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-69Jacob Crews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-69Jacob Crews made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-72Cole Certa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Markus Burton.
- 2nd Half69-73Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-74Markus Burton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-74Shawn Phillips Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by T.O. Barrett.
- 2nd Half71-75Braeden Shrewsberry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-76Braeden Shrewsberry made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Notre Dame Fighting Irish, below favours Missouri Tigers.
Venue
- Purcell PavilionSouth Bend, IN
- Attendance4980
- OfficialsTim Clougherty, Bill Covington Jr., Tony Henderson
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