Florida Atlantic Owls Soar Past Mustangs with Commanding 80-70 Victory

The Florida Atlantic Owls continued their season with a solid performance against the Mustangs, finishing the game at FAU Arena with a score of 80-70. The Owls' record now stands at an impressive 0-0, while the Mustangs face a challenging start to their season with a record of 0-0.

From the opening tip-off, the Owls demonstrated superior coordination and skill on their home court. The team's offensive efforts were led by an impressive display of teamwork, resulting in 18 assists over the course of the game. This collaborative spirit was evident as they managed to secure more points in paint (42) compared to their opponents' 26, showcasing their ability to penetrate defenses and score from close range.

The defensive prowess of Florida Atlantic was also on full display as they tallied six steals and four blocks. Their rebounding was particularly noteworthy; they outrebounded the Mustangs by securing 43 rebounds to their opponent's 37. The tenacity of the Owls' defense limited second-chance opportunities for SMU, who managed only eight second-chance points against Florida Atlantic's dominant 25.

On offense, Florida Atlantic showed efficiency from both inside and beyond the arc. They achieved a two-point field goal percentage of 54 percent by making good use of their attempts within close range. From three-point territory, they shot at a respectable rate of around thirty percent which contributed significantly to maintaining their lead throughout.

The Mustangs put up a valiant effort despite falling short in several key areas. They were able to convert seventy percent from free throw line but struggled from beyond three-point line with just twenty-seven percent accuracy. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at around half that of Florida Atlantic's (2.57), indicating difficulties in ball handling and passing under pressure.

As for individual performances, both teams had players who stood out despite no specific player statistics being provided for this analysis.

Looking ahead after this home victory, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup as Florida Atlantic will next face off against Memphis Tigers at FedExForum on February 25th at noon Central Time (1:00 PM Eastern). This upcoming contest will be broadcasted live on ESPN for fans eager to follow along as FAU aims to continue its winning ways on Memphis Tigers' home turf.