Rice Owls Set to Clash with Northwestern State Demons at Tudor Fieldhouse
As the Rice Owls prepare to host the Northwestern State Demons at Tudor Fieldhouse, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics suggest a competitive matchup. The Owls have been showing an upward trajectory in their performance, which could be pivotal in their upcoming game.
In their last encounter against the Stallions, the Owls dominated with a remarkable 92 points victory, showcasing an impressive offensive display. They shot 53 percent from the field and an even more impressive 64 percent on two-point attempts. Their ability to control the paint was evident as they scored 58 points inside and outrebounded their opponents by a significant margin of 52 rebounds to just 25 for the Stallions.
Moreover, Rice's defense was on point with steals leading to fast break opportunities. They capitalized on turnovers efficiently, scoring 18 points off them. The team also demonstrated excellent ball distribution with a high number of assists while maintaining an assist-to-turnover ratio above one.
The trend continued in their away game against Texas State Bobcats where they secured another win scoring 83 points and shooting over half of their field goals successfully. Their three-point shooting was particularly notable at an exceptional rate of success.
However, it's important not only to look at victories but also closely contested games like the one against Texas Longhorns where despite losing in overtime, Rice managed to score 81 points and maintain decent shooting percentages across all areas.
The venue for this upcoming match-up is familiar territory for Rice – Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston – which has been a fortress for them recently. Playing at home could provide that extra edge needed against Northwestern State Demons.
Fans can catch this exciting game scheduled for December 17th at Tudor Fieldhouse starting from 8:00 PM local time on CUSA TV network online platform. This is set up to be another thrilling encounter as Rice looks forward to extending its winning momentum while entertaining its home crowd with some high-quality basketball action.