Clash at Bernard Johnson Coliseum: Sam Houston State Bearkats vs New Mexico State Aggies
As the Sam Houston State Bearkats gear up to host the New Mexico State Aggies at Bernard Johnson Coliseum, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an electrifying matchup. The Bearkats have shown a mix of promise and areas for improvement in their recent outings, which will undoubtedly influence their approach to the upcoming game.
On December 21, SHSU faced off against Grand Canyon Antelopes and despite a valiant effort, they fell short with a final score of 64-76. The statistics from that game reveal some critical insights: while SHSU managed an impressive 78 percent from the free-throw line and scored 18 fast break points, they struggled beyond the arc with only an 18 percent success rate on three-point attempts. Additionally, turnovers were a concern as they matched their opponents with 16 each.
In another recent home game on December 16 against Texas State Bobcats, SHSU again found themselves on the losing end with a score of 60-73. Their two-point field goal percentage was better at around 46 percent but still not enough to secure victory. Turnovers continued to plague them as they gave up possession another 16 times.
However, it's not all doom and gloom for SHSU; there are silver linings that suggest potential for triumph in their next encounter. On December 13 against Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks, SHSU eked out a narrow win by one point (63-62), showcasing resilience by overcoming lead changes and ties throughout the match. They demonstrated improved ball security with only nine turnovers and capitalized on points off turnovers scoring twenty-one compared to eight by ULM.
The key takeaway here is consistency; if SHSU can maintain strong defense without fouling excessively (as seen by fewer personal fouls than ULM), convert free throws efficiently (they hit around sixty-one percent versus ULM), and manage possessions wisely – reducing turnovers while maximizing scoring opportunities – then victory is within reach against NMSU.
The Aggies should not be underestimated though; any lapses in concentration or execution by SHSU will be pounced upon by this formidable opponent who will come prepared for battle.
Bearkat fans should mark their calendars for January 25th at Bernard Johnson Coliseum where tip-off is scheduled for January 26th at February -00:00 PM local time (9:00 PM Eastern Time). The action can be caught live on CBS Sports Network channel two hundred twenty-one where supporters can rally behind their team as they strive for dominance on home court.