VMI vs Missouri Prediction 11/9/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a VMI vs Missouri prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, November 9th at Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Missouri. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

VMI Keydets Betting Preview

The VMI Keydets are 2-0 this year after they defeated Southern Indiana by a score of 78-74 in their last game. VMI trailed 37-30 at halftime, but they scored 48 points in the second half for the win. The Keydets shot 38.0% from the field, 28.1% on three pointers, and 68.2% on free throws in the game. VMI was out rebounded by a total of 49-48, recorded 15 assists, and committed 10 turnovers in the game. TJ Johnson led the Keydets with 32 points and 14 rebounds, while Tan Yildizoglu added 12 points and five assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, VMI defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 122-58 in their opener. The Keydets have scored 100.0 points per game with 47.0 rebounds and 19.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 66.0 points against per game this season. TJ Johnson is averaging 25.5 points and 12.0 rebounds per game, while Mario Tatum Jr is averaging 14.0 points and 1.5 rebounds per game. VMI is shooting 46.4% from the field, 70.0% on free throws, and 41.1% on three pointers this year. 

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers are 2-0 this season after they defeated SEMO by a score of 89-84 in their last game. Missouri trailed 51-46 at halftime, but ended up winning the second half by a score of 43-33 to escape with the win. The Tigers shot 59.3% from the field, 40% on three pointers, and 61.3% on free throws in the game. Missouri was out rebounded by a total of 33-30, recorded 13 assists, and committed 19 turnovers in the win. Mark Mitchell led Missouri with 29 points and five rebounds, while Anthony Robinson II added 15 points and four rebounds in the game.

Prior to that game, Missouri defeated Howard by a score of 88-67 in their first game. The Tigers have scored 88.5 points per game with 38.5 rebounds and 14.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 75.5 points against per game this season. Mark Mitchell is averaging 19.0 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Jayden Stone is averaging 13.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. Missouri is shooting 57.4% from the field, 55.8% on free throws, and 47.1% on three pointers this season. 

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• Missouri has won each of its last 16 games at Mizzou Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• VMI has lost each of its last six Sunday games.
• VMI has lost the first half in each of its last four games against non-Conference opponents.

Why the VMI Keydets will win

• VMI has won four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has lost the first half in three of its last four day games.

Total Points Facts

• Each of VMI’s last 10 day games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 159 or fewer points.
• Sixteen of Missouri’s last 18 day games at Mizzou Arena have produced a total of 159 or fewer points.

VMI vs Missouri Prediction

Missouri comes into this matchup after nearly losing against SEMO last time out, so they will look for a much better effort here. The Tigers have shot the ball very well from the floor, but they have struggled from the free throw line, which eventually cost them. VMI barely got by Southern Indiana in their last game, but they have also shot the ball decently well. I think we are going to see plenty of scoring in this game, as Missouri continues to be on fire from the floor. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 160.5