Rice Owls Set to Challenge Texas Longhorns at Moody Center in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Rice Owls prepare to face off against the Texas Longhorns at the Moody Center in Austin, fans can anticipate a gripping encounter based on recent performances. The Owls have been showing a promising trend, with their latest games indicating an upward trajectory in their play.

In their most recent game against the Bobcats, Rice emerged victorious with 83 points to 71. Their shooting was impressive, hitting over half of their two-point attempts and an exceptional 57 percent from beyond the arc. The team also displayed a balanced offensive effort with 17 assists and capitalized on turnovers by scoring 21 points off them.

Another notable performance came when they hosted Prairie View A&M Panthers at Tudor Fieldhouse. Despite it being a closer game, Rice managed to secure a win with 70 points against the Panthers' 62. They showed resilience by overcoming a first-half deficit and outscoring their opponents significantly in the second half. Their free-throw accuracy was commendable at approximately 77 percent, which could be crucial in tight games.

Earlier still, facing Houston Christian Huskies on home turf resulted in another win for Rice (76-67). This time they showcased efficient ball distribution with an impressive assist-to-turnover ratio of nearly three and strong inside play reflected by scoring 30 points in the paint.

The upcoming game is set for December 13th at Moody Center – a state-of-the-art venue that could influence both teams' performances due to its unique atmosphere and playing conditions. Fans can expect Rice to continue leveraging their offensive strengths while aiming to maintain defensive solidity as seen in previous outings.

For those eager to catch this matchup live, tune into LHN channel number 677 where you'll witness if Rice can extend its winning momentum against Texas Longhorns on Tuesday night at Moody Center.