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Cougars Set to Clash with Wildcats at Marriott Center Showdown

As the BYU Cougars prepare to host the Kansas State Wildcats, fans are eagerly anticipating a high-energy contest at the Marriott Center. The Cougars have been on an impressive run, showcasing their dominance in recent games with a notable trend of overpowering their opponents in scoring and assists.


March 4, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Brigham Young Cougars forward Gideon George (5) shoots the basketball during the first half in the quarterfinals of the WCC Basketball Championships at Orleans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against Bellarmine Knights, BYU displayed an offensive masterclass, scoring 101 points with a remarkable field goal percentage of 58 percent. Their two-point shots were particularly effective, hitting an astounding 80 percent. This offensive prowess was complemented by a strong defense that recorded five blocks and seven steals.


The previous matchup against Georgia State Panthers also highlighted BYU's ability to control the game through fast breaks and turnovers, contributing to an 86-point finish and a solid field goal percentage of 46 percent. Their three-point shooting remained consistent at around 40 percent across these games.


Against Denver Pioneers, the Cougars continued their trend of high-scoring performances with another victory marked by 90 points on the board and an impressive free throw accuracy rate of 91 percent. The team's rebounding efforts were commendable as well, securing a total of 43 rebounds which included both defensive and offensive boards.


The upcoming game promises to be thrilling as BYU looks to maintain its winning momentum while capitalizing on home-court advantage at the Marriott Center. Fans can expect another showcase of strategic plays, sharpshooting from beyond the arc, and relentless defense as they take on Kansas State.


Mark your calendars for February 11th when this exciting encounter is set to take place at Marriott Center in Provo. Tip-off is scheduled for February 10th at local time (February 11th at UTC), ensuring that fans won't miss any action broadcasted live on ESPN Networks.

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