Clash at State Farm Arena: LSU Tigers to Face Wake Forest Demon Deacons
As the LSU Tigers prepare to face off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at State Farm Arena, fans are eager for insights on how their team might perform. The upcoming game scheduled for December 10th is expected to be a thrilling encounter, and if recent performances are any indication, the Tigers have reasons to be optimistic.
In their last game on December 3rd at Pete Maravich Assembly Center against the Texas-Arlington Mavericks, LSU emerged victorious with a narrow win of 63-59. Despite a close scoreline, several key statistics stand out that could give them an edge in Atlanta. The Tigers showed resilience in defense with three blocks and five steals while also managing to secure more rebounds (40) than their opponents (36). Their free throw percentage was notably higher at 67 percent compared to Mavericks' 55 percent.
However, turnovers were an issue for LSU as they gave up possession 13 times. This is an area of concern that needs addressing before facing Wake Forest Demon Deacons who will undoubtedly capitalize on such mistakes. On a positive note, the three-point shooting was decent with a success rate of about 39 percent which could prove vital in stretching WAKE's defense.
Looking back further into November games provides additional context for what we can expect from LSU. Against Wofford Terriers on November 27th, they secured another win with a score of 78-75 showcasing offensive prowess by shooting over half their field goals successfully and maintaining an impressive free throw percentage of over 82 percent.
The game against Kansas State Wildcats on November 24th highlighted some vulnerabilities as well; despite winning by two points (59-61), turnovers were again high at seventeen and personal fouls reached twenty-two which could have easily tipped the scales in favor of Kansas State.
The upcoming match-up will require LSU to maintain its defensive tenacity while improving ball security and discipline regarding fouls. The Demon Deacons should not be underestimated as they will come prepared to exploit any weaknesses shown by previous opponents.
Fans can catch this exciting encounter live from Atlanta's State Farm Arena or tune into ESPNU channel number two hundred eight where it will be broadcast nationally starting at seven PM Eastern Time on December tenth.