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TD Arena Sets the Stage: LSU Tigers to Challenge Wake Forest Demon Deacons

As the LSU Tigers prepare to take on the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at TD Arena, fans can expect an intense matchup. The Tigers have shown a consistent performance in their recent games, with a notable trend of strong two-point shooting and an aggressive defense that has led to a high number of steals.


Jan 21, 2023; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers forward Shawn Phillips (34) warms up before a game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

In their last game against North Texas Mean Green, the Tigers secured a victory with 66 points, outscoring their opponents by four points. Their two-point field goal percentage was impressive at 57 percent, and they demonstrated solid defensive prowess with eight steals. However, turnovers were an issue as they gave up possession 13 times.


The previous game saw the Tigers narrowly lose to Dayton Flyers by three points. Despite this setback, they shot over half of their attempts successfully from within the arc and made 43 percent of their three-point shots. Turnovers continued to be a concern with 15 lost possessions.


Against Nicholls State Colonels earlier in the season, LSU managed another close win by two points. They maintained strong paint presence scoring 34 points but struggled beyond the arc with only a 16 percent success rate for threes.


The upcoming game is set against this backdrop of recent performances where consistency inside shooting and defensive pressure have been key strengths for LSU while managing turnovers remains an area for improvement.


Fans should anticipate seeing these trends continue as well as adjustments made by coaching staff to mitigate past weaknesses. With both teams eager for victory at such a renowned venue like TD Arena known for its vibrant atmosphere which could influence player performance on either side – it promises to be an exciting encounter.


Catch all the action live on ESPN2 or head down to TD Arena on November 19th at 8 PM Eastern Time if you want to experience it firsthand!

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