Desert Financial Arena Showdown: Arizona State Sun Devils to Face SMU Mustangs
As the Arizona State Sun Devils prepare to host the SMU Mustangs at Desert Financial Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying matchup. The Sun Devils have been on a roll, and their recent performance suggests they're poised for another victory.
In their last game on December 3rd against the San Francisco Dons, ASU showcased a balanced attack and solid defense that led them to a comfortable 72-61 win. Their ability to control the paint was evident as they outrebounded the Dons by three and scored an impressive 36 points in the paint. Moreover, their fast break execution was lethal, contributing 22 points thanks to quick transitions and sharp ball movement.
ASU's shooting efficiency has been a key factor in their success. They shot nearly 47 percent from the field against SF, which is above average by any standard. This kind of shooting accuracy can demoralize opponents and is something that SMU must be wary of heading into this game.
The Sun Devils' defensive prowess cannot be overstated either. With seven steals in their last outing, they've shown that they can disrupt offensive flows and convert those opportunities into points off turnovers – an area where they edged out SF with 11 points.
On November 30th against Sam Houston State Bearkats, ASU once again proved why they're one of the teams to watch this season with a decisive 78-61 victory. Their dominance in two-point field goal percentage (63 percent) was particularly noteworthy as it underscores their ability to create high-percentage shots consistently.
However, it's not just about offense for ASU; defensively they've been just as impressive. In that same game against SHSU, ASU tallied eight steals and seven blocks – numbers that reflect both athleticism and tactical awareness on defense.
The upcoming challenge posed by SMU will test ASU's mettle once more. The Mustangs bring their own set of skills to Tempe but will need more than just talent to overcome what has been an indomitable Sun Devil squad thus far.
ASU fans should feel confident yet cautious; while past performances have shown great promise for another win at home soil come December 7th at Desert Financial Arena at 8:00 PM MST (10:00 PM EST), basketball is unpredictable by nature – every game writes its own story.
For those who want to catch all the action live from Tempe or from home comforts can tune into Fox Sports 1 on channel number two hundred nineteen where national coverage will ensure you don't miss any part of this thrilling encounter between Arizona State Sun Devils and SMU Mustangs.