Columbia News

The University of Missouri men's basketball team will host Kansas State in an exhibition game at Mizzou Arena on Friday, October 24. This matchup revives a rivalry that began in 1907, with the two teams having played each other 237 times. Kansas State currently leads the all-time series by a narrow margin, 120-117.

This meeting marks the first time the Tigers and Wildcats will face each other since 2018 and the first campus meeting since 2012. The exhibition is notable as it will be Mizzou's first home exhibition against a Division I opponent.

The event provides fans with their initial look at the Tigers for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Missouri returns three starters from last year's squad, which achieved more than 20 wins and secured an NCAA Tournament berth for the second time in three years. The team also recorded three victories over top-five ranked schools last season, a feat not accomplished since the 1988-89 campaign.

Tipoff is scheduled for 9 p.m., with television coverage details to be announced later. Season ticket holders who have renewed their tickets before gameday will receive free admission to this exhibition as part of their package. Single-game tickets will be available for purchase at a later date.

"Fans can lock in their seats by renewing their season tickets through their Mizzou Tigers account. Fans can also be added to the season ticket can't wait list by clicking here."