COLUMBIA, Mo. (Interstat) — An early-season NAIA men’s basketball showdown between unbeatens is set for Wednesday night as the Missouri Baptist Spartans visit the Columbia (Mo.) Cougars.

Both teams enter the non-conference clash at the Arena of Southwell Complex with identical 3-0 records.

The Spartans are coming off an 88-81 road win over UHSP on Saturday. Javaris Moye led the way with 24 points, while Austin Lewis and Tristan Wiggins added 14 and 13 points, respectively. Missouri Baptist’s perfect start has featured two road victories.

Columbia also remained undefeated with an 83-73 road win at Mount Mercy on Saturday. The Cougars were powered by a 25-point performance from Johnny Anderson. Caleb Jones added 17 points and Adam Sausele dished out five assists.

The matchup features two of the region’s hottest teams in a midweek test. The Cougars will look to defend their home court, while the Spartans aim to continue their strong start away from home.

The two teams are scheduled to meet again in a rematch at Missouri Baptist on Dec. 19.