Can Florida Atlantic Owls Blaze Past UAB at Bartow Arena?

As the Florida Atlantic Owls prepare to face off against the UAB Blazers at Bartow Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance on the road. The Owls have shown a strong trend in recent games, with a notable victory that went into double overtime against the Arizona Wildcats, where they scored 96 points and demonstrated resilience and strategic play.

The statistics from past games reveal that the Owls have been proficient in several key areas. Their field goal percentage has been consistently above 40 percent, with an exceptional 64 percent shooting during their home game against Florida International Panthers. This high conversion rate is complemented by their ability to score in the paint, as seen with 48 points from close-range shots in that same game.

Defensively, the Owls have also put up solid numbers. They've managed to keep steals high with nine both against Arizona and St. Bonaventure Bonnies while maintaining a positive assist-to-turnover ratio of over one in two out of three recent games.

However, it's not just about offense for this team; they've shown they can be tenacious on defense as well. In their last three matches, they've averaged around nine steals per game—a testament to their defensive pressure and ability to disrupt opponents' plays.

Rebounding has been another strength for Florida Atlantic; they outrebounded opponents significantly in two of these matchups which could be crucial when facing UAB Blazers who might look to dominate inside.

The upcoming match promises excitement and will test whether FAU can maintain these statistical trends away from home soil. Fans should expect a competitive clash where every possession could turn the tide of this encounter.

Mark your calendars for February 9th at 9:00 PM Eastern Time when you can catch all the action live on ESPN2 as FAU looks to showcase its talent at Bartow Arena in Birmingham.