East Carolina Pirates Set Sail Against Memphis Tigers in Greenville Showdown

As the East Carolina Pirates prepare to host the Memphis Tigers at Minges Coliseum, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Pirates have been sailing through their recent games with a strong wind at their backs, showcasing an impressive trend of victories and statistical dominance that should have the Tigers on alert.

In their last game against Tulane's Green Wave, the Pirates secured a comfortable win with an 81-67 scoreline. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they shot an efficient 52 percent from the field and an outstanding 50 percent from beyond the arc. The team also demonstrated exceptional ball movement, racking up 25 assists while maintaining a high assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.78.

Defensively, East Carolina has proven to be formidable as well. They managed to snag 12 steals in their last outing and have been consistently outrebounding their opponents. With a total rebound count of 31 against Tulane and even more impressive numbers in previous games – including outrebounding Wichita State's Shockers by three – it's clear that controlling the boards will be key against Memphis.

The Pirates' recent road victory over UTSA's Roadrunners further solidifies their status as contenders, having put up an impressive tally of 84 points while limiting turnovers to just six for the entire game.

As we look ahead to March 1st when these two teams clash, it is evident that East Carolina is riding high on confidence and cohesion. The home-court advantage at Minges Coliseum could play a pivotal role in maintaining this momentum.

Fans eager to catch this matchup can tune into ESPN2 channel 209 for national coverage or join us live at Minges Coliseum in Greenville, NC; tip-off is scheduled for March 1st at Eastern Time (ET).