Mizzou falls to Vandy in OT

Mizzou Hub Postgame Show Recap Hosts: Chris Pelikan & Kareem Rush The latest episode of Mizzou Hub Postgame Show analyzed Missouri's heartbreaking 97-93 overtime loss to Vanderbilt. Chris Pelikan and former Mizzou and NBA player Kareem Rush dissected the game, highlighting key moments and performances. Game Breakdown First Half: Missouri led by nine points at halftime, largely due to Caleb Grill's shooting and Tamar Bates' contributions. Second Half: Vanderbilt mounted a comeback, led by Holger's strong play and an improved shooting performance. Missouri struggled with defensive rebounding and closing out the game effectively. Crucial Decision: The decision not to foul in the final seconds was a major talking point, with Kareem noting different coaching philosophies on the strategy. Key Performances Caleb Grill: 28 points, strong first-half impact Mark Mitchell: 20 points, key offensive contributor Tamar Bates & Anthony Robinson: 16 points each; Robinson praised for defensive efforts Concerns & Takeaways Missouri's defensive struggles in the second half allowed Vanderbilt to take control. Rebounding issues hurt the Tigers, despite their size advantage. Turnovers (13) and missed free throws were costly. Despite the loss, Kareem and Chris emphasized that the team played well enough to win. Looking Ahead Missouri faces Oklahoma on the road before finishing the season against Kentucky at home. The focus now is on closing the season strong and preparing for the SEC Tournament. Caleb Grill’s potential NBA future was also discussed, with opinions mixed on whether he could make an NBA roster or excel overseas. The show wrapped up with a toast to Educated Spirits, Kareem Rush’s bourbon brand, and a final M-I-Z! as the team looks ahead to bounce back in their final regular-season games.