Missouri men's basketball team holds off pesky Texas Tech

Tuesday, February 15, 2011 | 8:09 p.m. CST; updated 8:43 p.m. CST, Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Missouri guard Michael Dixon goes up for a shot against Texas Tech on Tuesday at Mizzou Arena. ¦ Melissa Klauda

BY Ben Frederickson

COLUMBIA — The Missouri men's basketball team defeated Texas Tech 92-84 on Tuesday at Mizzou Arena.

Marcus Denmon led Missouri with 20 points. The junior guard passed the 1,000-point career scoring mark during the game.

John Roberson led a resilient Texas Tech team with 21 points.

No. 20 Missouri is now 20-6 and 6-5 in the Big 12.

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Patrick Elmore February 16, 2011 | 8:25 a.m.

Great story Ben!

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