Northern Iowa at Missouri State

Northern Iowa has been impressive, losing at West Virginia (60-55) in a close one, along with a 78-72 win over South Carolina as a dog and a 79-76 victory at No. 24 Colorado as a +9 underdog. The Panthers are shooting 47.5% from the field, second-best in the MVC, and holding opposing offenses to 41.2% shooting, tied for second-best in the Valley. Missouri State is a .500 team and has dropped three of the last five. Northern Iowa is much better than last season when they swept Missouri State, 64-43 and 64-59. Back Northern Iowa.