Clash at FedExForum: Memphis Tigers to Host Austin Peay Governors in Men's Basketball Showdown
As the Memphis Tigers prepare to host the Austin Peay Governors at FedExForum, fans can anticipate an exciting matchup in men's basketball. The Tigers have been showing a strong performance trend, with their recent games indicating a team that is finding its rhythm on both ends of the court.
In their last game against Clemson, the Tigers secured a narrow victory with 79 points over Clemson's 77. Their offense was efficient from inside the arc, shooting an impressive 61 percent on two-point attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc with only a 15 percent success rate on three-pointers. Defensively, they were active with nine steals and managed to limit their personal fouls to just 14.
The previous away game saw another win for Memphis against Texas A&M Aggies with an 81-75 scoreline. The team showed consistency in free throw accuracy at approximately 76 percent and improved their three-point shooting to nearly 41 percent. They also maintained solid defensive pressure resulting in eight steals but had room for improvement in turnovers.
An overtime victory against VCU Rams highlighted Memphis' resilience as they outlasted their opponents by scoring 85-80. Their free throw performance was commendable at around 79 percent accuracy and they demonstrated balanced scoring across regular play and overtime.
Memphis has shown that it can maintain high energy throughout extended periods of play while also capitalizing on points off turnovers – an area likely to be crucial against Austin Peay.
FedExForum has been a fortress for Memphis where crowd support often plays a pivotal role in boosting team morale and performance. With recent trends showing strong inside scoring and improving perimeter defense, fans should expect another competitive display as they aim to extend their winning streak.
Mark your calendars for December 31st when these two teams face off at FedExForum in Memphis, TN. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ starting from midnight local time as we bid farewell to this year’s basketball action.