The Missouri State Lady Bears (4-9, 1-1 MVC) wrap up their long homestand Friday at 7 p.m. by hosting Missouri Valley Conference-favorite Wichita State (11-3, 2-0) at JQH Arena. The game will air live on ESPN3 as part of the league's television package, with Scott Warmann and Jill Hutchison on the call.

Friday's game is "We Back Pat Night," a national and MVC initiative to help raise Alzheimer's awareness and support the foundation of Pat Summitt. Fans are encouraged to wear purple as two of Summitt's former Tennessee players face off as head coaches.

Donations will be accepted for the foundation, and t-shirts will be sold by the MSU Bookstore. There will also be a silent auction with several Pat Summitt items up for bid.

Missouri State is also hosting Kids Night on Friday, which features a postgame autograph session with the Lady Bears in the JQH Arena concourse.

Series History

Missouri State leads the all-time series 45-32, including a 29-11 mark in Springfield. Wichita State has had the edge lately, winning 17 of the last 21 meetings.

Scouting Wichita State

Wichita State is 11-3 overall and 2-0 in MVC play as the league's preseason favorite. The Shockers rank fifth nationally in scoring defense, allowing 49.6 points per game, and are led by preseason MVC Player of the Year Alex Harden at 15.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 3.1 steals per game. Four Shockers in total average at least 10.1 points, and WSU scores 59.5 points per game as a team while shooting 41.1 percent overall, 35 percent on 3-pointers and 68.5 percent from the foul line.