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The Missouri Tigers take on the Marquette Golden Eagles in Chicago, IL. Tip-off is set for 2:30 p.m. ET on Peacock.
Missouri is favored by -1.5 points on the spread with a moneyline of -110. The total is set at 153.5 points.
Here’s my Missouri vs. Marquette prediction and college basketball picks for November 15, 2026.
Missouri vs Marquette Prediction
Pick: Missouri -1.5 if Mark Mitchell Plays | Jason Crowe Jr. Assists Over if Mitchell Out
My Missouri vs Marquette best bet is on the Tigers to cover the spread if Mark Mitchell plays. If he’s out, I’m pivoting toward Jason Crowe Jr.'s assist prop. Be sure to find the best lines by using our live NCAAB odds page and download the Action Network app for the latest picks and analysis.
Missouri vs Marquette Odds
| Missouri Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 -102 | 153.5 -115o / -105u | -110 |
| Marquette Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -120 | 153.5 -115o / -105u | -110 |
- Missouri vs Marquette spread: Missouri -1.5 (-102), Marquette +1.5 (-120)
- Missouri vs Marquette over/under: 153.5 (-115o / -105u)
- Missouri vs Marquette moneyline: Missouri -110, Marquette -110
Missouri vs Marquette College Basketball Preview
Missouri Basketball
Missouri is going to be a ton of fun this season, and I think the Tigers are a sleeper team to watch in the SEC.
There will certainly be some growing pains with an offense led by five-star freshman Crowe — as we saw against Saint Louis — but this roster is a balanced mix of savvy veterans and high-upside freshmen.
The biggest status to monitor ahead of Sunday's matchup is fifth-year forward Mitchell. He suffered a head injury in the opening minute of Missouri's most recent game against SIUE and didn't return.
Getting Mitchell back would be a major boost for an offense that has been clicking on all cylinders. When the Tigers stalled against Saint Louis, Mitchell was often the one tasked with creating a much-needed bucket. He finished with 21 points in the six-point loss.
Offense is the name of the game for Missouri. This roster is loaded with scoring talent, putting up at least 84 points in all three games this season. The Tigers rank sixth nationally in adjusted offensive efficiency and have been scorching from beyond the arc, shooting 43.6%.
That number will likely come back down to earth over the coming weeks. Bryson Tiller, who shot just 26.9% from 3 last season, is connecting on 50% of his attempts so far. BYU transfer Kennard Davis Jr. is another example, shooting 50% from deep after connecting on just 32.1% last season.
Even with some expected shooting regression, this is an extremely well-rounded Tigers team. Missouri ranks second nationally in average height, with no rotational player checking in below 6-foot-4. The Tigers are athletic and can attack downhill.
The Tigers are also strong on the glass and use their length to funnel opponents away from the 3-point line. The problem? They've struggled mightily on the defensive end.
Opponents are averaging 2-point attempts from just 5.5 feet away, ranking Missouri 219th nationally in average 2-point attempt distance. Despite consistently having two 6-foot-10-or-taller big men on the floor, the Tigers still rank outside the top 100 in 2-point defense.
Marquette Basketball
After a down couple of years under Shaka Smart, Marquette is looking to get back on track with a deep, experienced roster.
The Golden Eagles dominated their first two games, but both came against bottom-tier opponents ranked outside the KenPom top 300.
Their third game was quite the opposite, as they struggled against Michigan, their first test against legitimate competition. In fact, the offense actually shot better from the perimeter (36.4%) than inside the arc (34.2%).
Nigel James Jr. has been at the forefront of those struggles. After being the most-used player in Big East play a season ago, he failed to score a single point on 11 attempts against Michigan. He has yet to reach double figures this season.
It's been difficult to get a true read on Marquette, but there are some encouraging signs on the defensive end. The Golden Eagles rank 16th in adjusted defensive efficiency and sit inside the top 25 in both turnover rate and average 2-point attempt distance.
The biggest bright spot against Michigan was the 15 turnovers Marquette forced. Defensive pressure and the ability to get out and run in transition are essential to this team's success. The problem has been converting those opportunities into points.
Similar to last season, Marquette remains heavily reliant on the 3-point shot despite struggling to convert. The Golden Eagles take nearly 45% of their attempts from beyond the arc but are connecting at just a 30% clip. The struggles inside the arc have continued as well, with Marquette ranking 139th nationally at 54.8%.
Royce Parham has been the primary engine of the Marquette offense. While he's struggled from 3-point range, the 6-foot-9 junior has grabbed at least four offensive rebounds in each of the last two games. He leads the team in scoring at 12 points per game and is one of three Golden Eagles averaging double figures.
There's still plenty of uncertainty surrounding this Marquette team, but it should be considerably better than last season's group.
Louisville transfer Sananda Fru brings a much-needed presence around the rim and on the glass — two areas where the Golden Eagles struggled a year ago.
It's still early, but Marquette's 40% offensive rebounding rate is already up more than 10 percentage points from last season.
Missouri vs Marquette Pick, Betting Analysis
Can Crowe take on the Marquette ball pressure in stride? I think so.
This Golden Eagles team loves to be aggressive, and they force opponents to often attack in the mid-range or from the perimeter. For someone like Crowe, if he can handle the intensity, there should be plenty of potential assists available.
Whether it’s a catch-and-shoot 3 or through the pick-and-roll, expect Missouri to utilize its big men effectively. If Mitchell is a go as well, this offense should be able to pick apart Marquette and take advantage of second-chance points.
As mentioned earlier, the key is whether Mitchell suits up. He is still being evaluated ahead of Sunday’s contest with no concrete update on his status.
If he plays, I would take the Tigers. In my opinion, this team should be favorites, holding the advantage at just about every position.
If Mitchell is out, I’d focus more toward Crowe’s assists. Mizzou will ask a lot out of its freshman playmaker. The offense will go as he does.
Pick: Missouri -1.5 if Mitchell Plays | Jason Crowe Jr. Assists Over if Mitchell is Out
