Northwestern Wildcats Welcome Chicago State Cougars to Welsh-Ryan Arena
As the Northwestern Wildcats prepare to host the Chicago State Cougars at Welsh-Ryan Arena, fans are eager for an exciting matchup. The Wildcats' performance last season provides a solid foundation for predictions on how they might fare in this game.
Last season, the Wildcats played 31 games and showed a consistent shooting performance with a field goal percentage of 43. Their free throw percentage was also strong at 72 percent, which could be crucial in close-game situations. The team's true shooting percentage stood at 53 percent, indicating efficient scoring from both two-point and three-point ranges.
The three-point shot was particularly effective for Northwestern, with a success rate of 35 percent. This outside shooting prowess will likely be a key factor against the Cougars. Inside the arc, they were almost as impressive with a two-point field goal percentage of 48.
On average per game, Northwestern committed around 18 personal fouls and scored an average of 73 points. Their playmaking ability was evident with nearly 16 assists per game – showcasing their teamwork and ball movement skills.
Defensively, they grabbed approximately 32 rebounds per game while also contributing defensively with over three blocks and six steals on average – numbers that reflect their ability to disrupt opponents' plays.
However, ball control was an area that needed some improvement as they averaged nearly ten turnovers per game last season. Minimizing these will be crucial in maintaining control against Chicago State.
Welsh-Ryan Arena is known for its vibrant atmosphere which can certainly play into the hands of the home team. With its passionate fan base ready to cheer them on, it's expected that Northwestern will leverage this home-court advantage to set the tone early in this encounter.
The upcoming game is scheduled for November 8th at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston; tip-off is set for one o'clock in the morning UTC time zone (November 7th local time). Fans unable to attend can catch all the action live on B1G+, where it will be broadcasted online.