Missouri Tigers men's basketball head coach Dennis Gates spoke to reporters at the SEC Tipoff '26 event held at the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Birmingham, Alabama, on October 13, 2026. The annual preseason gathering marks the start of the Southeastern Conference basketball season.
Gates addressed the media as part of the conference's preseason coverage, providing insights into the team's preparation for the upcoming campaign. The event featured coaches and players from across the SEC discussing expectations for the 2026-27 season.
