Peoria, Illinois. Bradley is searching for a 2-0 start to its conference season with a visit to Missouri State.

Scouting the Bears
Missouri State is off to a 4-3 start to their season with a 1-0 start in MVC play after beating UIC in Chicago. They are led by Arkansas transfer Chance Moore who is averaging 15 points per game and fills the role as their only consistent double-digit scorer. Senior Donovan Clay also returns from last season's Missouri State squad. The former Valparaiso transfer averages just under 10 points per game and 6 rebounds per game. MSU is once again near the top in their Valley in rebounding as they leads the conference in offensive rebounding at 11 offensive rebounds per game. The Bears are coached by Dana Ford, who took over the MSU program in 2018-19 season and holds a career record of 76-54.

Scouting the Braves
Bradley will head to Springfield after starting their MVC slate 1-0 after downing UNI in Peoria 68-53. Duke Deen led Bradley in scoring with 18 points off  7-11 shooting. Rienk Mast also made his presence felt as he recorded 13 points and 11 rebounds for his first double-double of the season in two games played. Bradley will have to be ready for a physical contest as Missouri State is the only team higher than Bradley in the Valley regarding the category of 2-point defensive efficiency. BU currently ranks second in the MVC in team 3-Point FG Percentage with Malevy Leons currently third as a individual at 50% on the season. Bradley currently trails the all-time series to Missouri State 25-43 and is 1-6 in first valley road games under Brian Wardle.

Where to Watch/Listen
You can stream Bradley vs Missouri State on ESPN+ or listen over the radio with 1470 WMBD. Tipoff is set for 7 pm from Great Southern Bank Arena.