Can Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Conquer the Don Haskins Center Against UTEP Miners?

As the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders gear up for their next challenge against the UTEP Miners at the Don Haskins Center, fans are eager to see if they can carry forward their momentum. The Blue Raiders have had a mixed bag of performances in their recent outings, with a notable victory and some close calls.

In their last game against Sam Houston Bearkats, despite a strong defensive effort that resulted in five blocks and four steals, the Blue Raiders fell short by nine points. Their shooting from beyond the arc was lukewarm at 26 percent, while overall field goal percentage stood at 32 percent. A similar trend was observed in their narrow loss to Louisiana Tech Bulldogs where they shot 39 percent from the field and just 23 percent from three-point range.

However, it's not all grim for Middle Tennessee fans. The team showed its potential in an emphatic win over Reinhardt Eagles where they dominated both ends of the court. With an impressive 50 percent field goal accuracy and a commanding performance in points off turnovers (31), assists (17), and fast break points (19), it's clear that when they find their rhythm, they can be formidable opponents.

The upcoming game poses both an opportunity and a challenge for Middle Tennessee as playing away could influence team dynamics. The venue has been known to rally behind its home team – something that could put additional pressure on visiting teams.

As we look ahead to January 19th at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas – set your clocks for tip-off time at 8:00 PM CST – fans should expect an intense matchup where Middle Tennessee will need to leverage its defensive strengths while finding consistency on offense if they wish to secure victory on foreign hardwood floors. For those unable to attend, catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network channel 221.