Clash at Pete Mathews Coliseum: Jacksonville State Gamecocks to Host Liberty Flames

As the Jacksonville State Gamecocks prepare to welcome the Liberty Flames to Pete Mathews Coliseum, fans are anticipating an exciting matchup. The Gamecocks have been showing a strong performance trend in their recent games, which could be a significant factor in the upcoming contest.

In their last game against Little Rock Trojans, the Gamecocks dominated with a 90-point finish compared to the Trojans' 60. Their offensive prowess was on full display with a field goal percentage of 51 and an impressive two-point conversion rate of 53 percent. They also excelled in rebounds, grabbing 53 compared to Little Rock's 33.

The previous game against Tarleton State Texans saw the Gamecocks secure another victory with a score of 65-62. Despite lower overall shooting percentages than their latest win (42 percent from the field and only 25 percent from beyond the arc), they managed to pull through thanks largely to their defensive efforts and maintaining control over turnovers.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing as they faced defeat against Wisconsin Badgers before that, scoring only 60 points while allowing 75. The team showed resilience but struggled with turnovers (15) and couldn't match Wisconsin's scoring inside the paint.

The venue for this upcoming game could play into Jacksonville State's hands; playing at home at Pete Mathews Coliseum has historically provided them with an edge due to familiar surroundings and strong fan support. With recent performances indicating an upward trajectory for offensive efficiency and rebounding strength, these factors may very well contribute towards tilting this encounter in favor of Jacksonville State.

Fans can catch all action live on ESPN+ on January 27th at Pete Mathews Coliseum located in Jacksonville, Alabama. Tip-off is scheduled for 5 PM local time (22:00 UTC).