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Rutgers Scarlet Knights Set to Battle Seton Hall Pirates at Prudential Center

As the Rutgers Scarlet Knights prepare to face off against the Seton Hall Pirates at the Prudential Center, fans are eager for insights into how their team might fare. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 9th at 8:30 PM EST, promises to be a thrilling encounter in Newark.


Dec 2, 2023; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights cheer squad members perform during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

The Scarlet Knights' recent performances have been a mixed bag of results. On December 6th, they faced a tough loss against Wake Forest with a final score of 57-76. Despite this setback, there were some positive takeaways; the team managed to put up an impressive number of points in the paint and demonstrated resilience on defense with four blocks and four steals.


However, it's clear that RUTG needs to address certain areas before their next game. Their field goal percentage stood at only 38 percent against Wake Forest – a figure that will need improvement if they are to overcome HALL's defense. Additionally, their three-point shooting was just under 32 percent; while not dismal, it certainly leaves room for growth.


On December 2nd in Piscataway against Illinois Fighting Illini – ranked 24th – RUTG showed promise despite falling short by one point (58-59). Their defensive prowess was on full display with nine blocks and nine steals which contributed significantly to their fast break points tallying up to fifteen. This aggressive defense could be key in disrupting HALL's offensive strategies.


In contrast, Seton Hall has had its own challenges but also boasts strengths that RUTG must be wary of. The Pirates' ability to capitalize on turnovers and convert them into points is something that could pose problems for Rutgers if they don't maintain composure and control over the ball.


Looking ahead towards the clash at Prudential Center, fans should expect RUTG’s focus on tightening up their field goal accuracy while continuing their strong defensive efforts which have been consistent throughout past games. If they can manage this balance between offense and defense effectively while keeping turnovers low, there is every reason for optimism among Scarlet Knights supporters.


The scheduled date is fast approaching as both teams gear up for what will undoubtedly be an intense matchup filled with strategic plays and high energy from start till end buzzer sounds off in Newark’s iconic venue - Prudential Center - where fans can catch all action live Fox Sports channel number two hundred nineteen come Saturday night!

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