The school men basketball team is known as the Braves. The team is currently coached by Jim Les.
The team has had eight appearances in the NCAA Tournament , reaching the Final Four twice in 1950 and 1954. Their most recent accomplishment in the tournament was in 2006 when they made it to the Sweet 16, their first time in 50 years.
With the MVC, the Braves have won two post season conference title in 1980 and 1988 and five regular season titles.
Among some of Brave players who have played in the professional basketball league are: Patrick O’Bryant – Golden State Warriors, Anthony Parker – Toronto Raptors and Mitchell Anderson – Memphis Grizzlies assistant coach.
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