University of Memphis to Host SMU in FedExForum for a Men's Basketball Battle

As the Memphis Tigers prepare to host the SMU Mustangs at the FedExForum, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its recent success on their home court. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 7th, promises to be a thrilling encounter in men's basketball.

The Tigers have been showing a strong performance trend, with their last three games ending in victories. Their most recent match against the Commodores saw them secure a narrow win with 77 points against 75. This victory was characterized by an aggressive defense that led to 10 steals and an efficient offense that capitalized on turnovers, scoring 18 points off them.

In their penultimate game against the Cavaliers, Memphis demonstrated similar prowess. They maintained a solid field goal percentage of approximately 47 percent and excelled beyond the arc with a three-point shooting rate of around 39 percent. Their defensive efforts were notable as well, racking up an impressive total of 15 steals which contributed to a significant number of points off turnovers (27).

Against Clemson Tigers earlier in December, Memphis showcased their ability to control the paint by scoring an impressive 44 points inside and dominating second-chance opportunities with 14 second-chance points. They also displayed excellent ball security with only six turnovers throughout the game.

The FedExForum has proven to be a fortress for Memphis this season; they've consistently outperformed opponents on both ends of the floor while feeding off the energy from home supporters. With such momentum behind them and playing at a venue where they've recently enjoyed success could give them an edge over SMU Mustangs.

Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN channel number 206 or attend in person at FedExForum located in Memphis city center when these two teams face off on January 7th at precisely five o'clock local time (22:00 UTC).