Rice Owls Set to Battle UTEP Miners at Don Haskins Center

As the Rice Owls prepare to face off against the UTEP Miners at the Don Haskins Center, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter. The Owls have been on an impressive scoring run in their recent games, showcasing a potent offense that has consistently put up high numbers on the scoreboard.

In their last outing against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, the Owls secured a narrow victory with 81 points. Their offensive prowess was evident as they made 41 percent of their three-point attempts and shot an exceptional 94 percent from the free-throw line. Despite committing 16 turnovers, they managed to maintain a positive assist-to-turnover ratio.

The game prior saw an even more dominant performance by Rice with a commanding win over Jarvis Christian Bulldogs where they scored an astounding 109 points. The team's shooting efficiency was remarkable, hitting 62 percent from the field and nearly half of their three-point shots. They also excelled in ball distribution with 31 assists.

Against Northwestern State Demons earlier in December, Rice continued its high-scoring trend by putting up another triple-digit score of 110 points. Their two-point field goal percentage was particularly notable at an impressive 72 percent.

The venue for this upcoming game could play a significant role as well; playing away at Don Haskins Center might present challenges for Rice's dynamic offense but based on recent performances, they have shown resilience and adaptability in various environments.

Fans should expect Rice to continue leveraging their offensive strengths while aiming to tighten up ball control to minimize turnovers against UTEP Miners' defense. With such strong momentum behind them, it will be interesting to see if they can sustain this level of performance and come out victorious once again.

The game is scheduled for December 31st at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas. Fans can catch all the action live on CUSA TV at nine o'clock in the evening local time.