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Braggin' Rights is the annual men's college basketball game contested between the University of Illinois and the University of Missouri. The game is played at a neutral site, the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri, a location intended to attract alumni and fans from both institutions. The rivalry series began in 1980 and is known for the distinct division of the arena's seating, with supporters of each team occupying opposite halves of the stadium.
The event is a non-conference fixture and is a recognized tradition in Midwestern college basketball.
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Which teams play in Braggin' Rights?
Braggin' Rights is the annual men's college basketball game between the University of Illinois Fighting Illini and the University of Missouri Tigers. It is a rivalry game rather than a conference tournament fixture.
Where is the Braggin' Rights game played?
The game is played at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The neutral venue is positioned between the schools' fan bases and draws alumni from both Illinois and Missouri.
Why is the game called Braggin' Rights?
The name reflects the local and alumni pride attached to winning the Illinois-Missouri matchup. The neutral-site format turns the result into a recurring opportunity for fans from both states to claim bragging rights.
Is Braggin' Rights a conference game?
It is generally scheduled as a nonconference rivalry game between Illinois and Missouri. That allows the matchup to continue even though the schools have not always shared the same athletic conference.
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