Clash at UTSA Convocation Center: Florida International Panthers Take on UTSA Roadrunners in Men's Basketball

As the Florida International Panthers prepare to face off against the UTSA Roadrunners at the UTSA Convocation Center, fans are eager to see if the team can turn around their recent performance trends. The Panthers have been struggling with consistency, as evidenced by their past games.

In their most recent matchup against UTEP Miners, the Panthers scored 61 points but allowed 81, showing a need for defensive tightening. Their field goal percentage was decent at 45 percent and they shot an impressive 79 percent from the free-throw line. However, they were outrebounded significantly with only 19 rebounds to UTEP's 35.

The game prior saw a closer contest against North Texas Mean Green where FIU put up a fight but ultimately fell short by seven points. They managed better efficiency from inside the arc with a two-point field goal percentage of 60 percent and matched that effort at the free-throw line. Yet again though, turnovers and rebounding proved problematic as they turned over the ball sixteen times and were outrebounded by nine.

Looking further back to their game against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, it was another loss for FIU despite forcing more turnovers than in previous games. They struggled from beyond the arc with just a 26 percent success rate on three-point attempts and were once again bested in rebounds.

The upcoming game presents an opportunity for FIU to address these issues head-on. Rebounding will be crucial; dominating both offensive and defensive boards could be key to controlling possession and dictating pace. Additionally, reducing turnovers while maintaining or improving shooting percentages could give them an edge over UTSA.

Fans can catch this pivotal conference game live on ESPN+ on January 21st at 9 PM Eastern Time (8 PM Central). With both teams looking to assert themselves in conference standings, it promises to be an engaging battle on court.