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Can the Cincinnati Bearcats Bounce Back After Schollmaier Setback?

In a recent conference game, the Cincinnati Bearcats faced a challenging contest against the Horned Frogs at Schollmaier Arena. The Bearcats, with a score of 57, were outpaced by the Horned Frogs who secured 75 points. The home team's performance was marked by an impressive display of offensive tactics, leading to their victory.


Dec 12, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats forward Aziz Bandaogo (55) dunks on the Bryant Bulldogs in the second half at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

The Cincinnati Bearcats started strong in the first half with 32 points but fell short in the second half, adding only 25 more to their tally. Despite their efforts, they could not match up to the Horned Frogs' consistent scoring across both halves: 39 in the first and 36 in the second. The Bearcats' field goal percentage stood at 42 percent with a total of 22 field goals made out of 53 attempts. From beyond the arc, they managed a three-point shooting percentage of 36 percent.


Defensively, Cincinnati put up six blocks and claimed seven steals during playtime but struggled with turnovers having committed seventeen throughout the game. Their assist-to-turnover ratio was less than one (0.81), indicating difficulties in maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities.


On offense, Cincinnati's two-point shooting was notable at a rate of forty-four percent from within close range; however, free throw accuracy was lower than expected at fifty-seven percent which may have cost them valuable points during critical moments.


The Horned Frogs capitalized on fast breaks scoring twenty-five fast break points compared to just four from Cincinnati and turned over fewer balls resulting in sixteen points off turnovers for TCU versus three for CIN.


Looking ahead after this setback on foreign ground where attendance numbered six thousand ninety fans cheering predominantly for TCU's triumphs – it is essential for fans to rally behind their team as they prepare for their next encounter.


The upcoming game will see the Cincinnati Bearcats travel again as they face off against Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center located in Houston on February twenty-seventh at seven o'clock PM Eastern Time. Fans can catch this event live on ESPN2 as both teams strive to showcase their skills on court once more.

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