The 1979–80 Missouri Tigers men's basketball team represented the University of Missouri during the 1979–80 NCAA men's basketball season. Led by legendary coach Norm Stewart, the Tigers won the Big 8 regular season title by three games, but were upset in the semifinal round of the Big 8 Tournament. Missouri reached the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament before being eliminated by Louisiana State to finish with a 25–6 record (11–3 Big 8).
Roster
Curtis Berry, Jr. Mark Dressler, Sr. Larry Drew, Sr. Ricky Frazier, Fr. Steve Stipanovich, Fr. Jon Sundvold, Fr. Head coach: Norm Stewart