Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Set to Raid Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders' Court
As the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs prepare to face off against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at the Murphy Athletic Center, fans are eager for insights on how their team might fare in this upcoming clash. The Bulldogs have shown a mix of performances recently, but there's reason to believe they could come out strong in Murfreesboro.
In their last game on January 6 against Sam Houston, the Bulldogs scored 77 points but fell short by four points in a high-scoring affair. Despite shooting 44 percent from the field and an impressive 40 percent from beyond the arc, turnovers proved costly with 14 lost possessions. However, they did manage to grab a notable 43 rebounds and blocked seven shots.
Comparatively, when looking at their dominant performance against Dallas Christian on January 4, Louisiana Tech was unstoppable. They put up an astounding 96 points while shooting an exceptional 60 percent from the field and nearly matched that efficiency inside with a two-point percentage of 78. Their defense was equally impressive with eleven blocks and thirteen steals leading to numerous fast-break opportunities.
However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for LT as they faced Grand Canyon on December 31; despite winning by three points with a final score of seventy to seventy-three. The Bulldogs managed only five fast break points and turned over the ball sixteen times which is something they'll need to tighten up against MTU.
The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders will be no easy opponent; they're known for their disciplined play and ability not only to create turnovers but also capitalize on them – something LT has struggled with recently.
Looking ahead at what's coming for Louisiana Tech fans can expect a battle where controlling turnovers will be key if LT wants victory away from home. With both teams having strengths that can exploit each other's weaknesses this game promises excitement down every possession.
Mark your calendars for January 11th at 8:00 PM when these two teams take center stage in Murfreesboro's Murphy Athletic Center. Fans won't want miss this showdown broadcasted nationally on CBS Sports Network channel two hundred twenty-one – it’s set be thrilling encounter between conference rivals!