University of Missouri women's basketball is all set to kick off a significant two-game homestand. On Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., they will face in-state foe Saint Louis. This contest will be streamed live on SEC Network+, generating excitement among fans.

Recent Victories and Player Performances

The Tigers recently had a commanding 20-point win over Western Illinois on Friday. Sophomore Abbey Schreacke led the way with a career-high 26 points off the bench. She was particularly remarkable, sinking a career-best eight 3-pointers and contributing 24 points from beyond the arc. Schreacke has been a consistent force off the bench this season, leading Missouri in points and ranking fourth in 3-point percentage (48.7) and second in 3-point makes per game (3.8).Sophomore guard Grace Slaughter also made an impact, contributing 14 points while shooting an impressive 80 percent from the field and grabbing six rebounds. Senior Laniah Randle had 11 points and nine rebounds, reaching double-digits for the fourth time this season. Nyah Wilson rounded out the scoring with 10 points, her most in a Missouri uniform. It was the first time since March 3, 2024, that the Tigers had four players with double-digit scoring outputs.

Defensive Standouts

Graduate forward Angelique Ngalakulondi shines on the defensive end, ranking fifth in the conference with 2.0 blocks per contest. Her presence in the paint has been crucial in disrupting opponents' offensive plays.

In-State Rivalry History

Wednesday's matchup will be the 28th meeting between Missouri and Saint Louis. Missouri holds a dominant lead in the series, with a record of 25-2. They also have a perfect 13-0 all-time home record against the Billikens. This history adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming game.Saint Louis enters the contest with a 2-2 record after a loss at Southern Indiana on Sunday. Last season, they finished at 22-18 and won the WNIT title with a victory over Minnesota. The Billikens are coached by Rebecca Tillett, who is in her third season with a 41-38 record. Tillett has a career record of 92-106 after four seasons at Longwood.The Billikens roster is led by graduate Peyton Kennedy, who is averaging 19.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. Freshman Shun’teria Anumele is contributing 12.3 points per contest, and overall, Saint Louis has four players averaging double-digits in scoring.This homestand and in-state rivalry promise to be an exciting chapter in University of Missouri women's basketball history, with talented players and a rich competitive history on display.