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BYU Cougars' Trey Stewart Shines as Texas Tech Red Raiders Prepare for Showdown

The BYU Cougars are set to face off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in an exciting Men's Basketball game at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. Both teams have been performing well in their previous games, and this matchup promises to be a strategic showdown.


Jan 20, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA;  Brigham Young Cougars center Aly Khalifa (50) drives the ball around Texas Tech Red Raiders forward Warren Washington (22) in the second half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

One player who has stood out for the BYU Cougars is Trey Stewart. As a guard, Stewart has showcased his skills on both ends of the court. In the previous three games, he has averaged 9 points, 7 assists, and 8 rebounds per game. His field goals percentage stands at 29 percent, while his free throws percentage is an impressive 100 percent. Stewart's ability to distribute the ball and contribute on the boards makes him a key player to watch in this upcoming game.


Another standout performer for the BYU Cougars is Spencer Johnson. Playing as a guard, Johnson has been consistent with his scoring and playmaking abilities. He has averaged 9 points, 1 assist, and 5 rebounds per game over the last three games. Johnson's field goals percentage stands at an impressive 67 percent, while his three-point shooting percentage is 33 percent. His ability to knock down shots from beyond the arc will be crucial for the BYU Cougars' success against the Texas Tech Red Raiders.


Jan 20, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA;  Texas Tech Red Raiders center Warren Washington (22) dunks against Brigham Young Cougars forward Fousseyni Traore (45) in the first half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

On the other side of the court, Lamar Washington has been a standout player for the Texas Tech Red Raiders. As a guard, Washington has shown his scoring prowess with an average of 20 points per game over the last three games. He has also contributed with 3 rebounds and 5 assists per game. Washington's field goals percentage stands at 43 percent, while his three-point shooting percentage is an impressive 43 percent as well. His ability to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates will be vital for the Texas Tech Red Raiders' chances of victory.


In terms of team performance, the BYU Cougars have been solid on both ends of the court. They have averaged 75 points per game while holding their opponents to an average of 65 points per game. The Texas Tech Red Raiders, on the other hand, have averaged 73 points per game and allowed an average of 68 points per game. Both teams have shown defensive prowess, but the BYU Cougars have a slight edge in terms of scoring.


Jan 20, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA;  Brigham Young Cougars guard Jaxson Robinson (2) drives the ball against Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Chance McMillian (0) in the first half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

As the game approaches, fans can expect a strategic battle between these two teams. The BYU Cougars will rely on the playmaking abilities of Trey Stewart and Spencer Johnson to create scoring opportunities. On the other hand, the Texas Tech Red Raiders will look to Lamar Washington for his scoring prowess.


The game is scheduled to take place on March 14th at 10:30 AM CST at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN2.

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