Can the Memphis Tigers Tame the Mustangs at Moody Coliseum?

As the Memphis Tigers prepare to face off against the SMU Mustangs at Moody Coliseum, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Tigers have shown resilience and tactical prowess in their recent games, and there's every reason to believe they will carry this momentum into their upcoming clash.

Looking back at their game on December 23rd against the Commodores, where they secured a narrow victory with a score of 77-75, it's clear that Memphis has been working on its defensive strategies. With 10 steals and an assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.0, they've demonstrated an ability to capitalize on turnovers while maintaining control over their plays.

Their offensive game has also been commendable; despite shooting only 38 percent from the field against Vanderbilt, they made up for it with a strong performance from the free-throw line hitting 74 percent of their shots. This ability to secure points when it counts could be crucial in tight situations.

Against Virginia Cavaliers on December 20th, MEM showed even more dominance with an impressive win of 77-54. Their defense was once again notable with a staggering number of steals at 15 and points off turnovers tallying up to 27 – showcasing that MEM can not only defend but also turn defense into offense effectively.

The most recent home game for MEM against Clemson Tigers was another testament to their growing confidence as they edged out with a scoreline of 79-77. Their field goal percentage improved significantly to around 43 percent while maintaining high standards at free throws (74 percent) and dominating in points in paint (44). This indicates that MEM is not just relying on perimeter shooting but is also effectively penetrating defenses.

However, facing SMU Mustangs away from home will be no easy feat. The Mustangs have had time to study MEM's tactics and will come prepared. It is essential for MEM players not just rely on past glories but continue evolving their gameplay strategy if they wish to emerge victorious once more.

The scheduled date for this much-awaited contest is February 18th at Moody Coliseum in Dallas, Texas; tip-off is set for prime time viewing at around eight o'clock PM local time (Central Time Zone). Fans who cannot make it to Dallas can catch all the action live nationally broadcasted by ESPN on channel number two hundred six.