Showdown in Huntsville: Sam Houston State Bearkats vs New Mexico State Aggies
As the Sam Houston State Bearkats prepare to host the New Mexico State Aggies at Bernard Johnson Coliseum, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends could play a significant role. The Bearkats have shown resilience in their past performances, but they will need to address certain areas to secure a victory in the upcoming match.
Analyzing the past games, it's evident that scoring has been varied for the Bearkats. In their last encounter against Grand Canyon Antelopes, they put up 64 points but fell short as their opponents scored 76. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; notably, they achieved an impressive 52 percent shooting from two-point range and secured 18 fast break points. However, turnovers were an issue with 16 recorded in that game.
In another recent matchup against Texas State Bobcats at home, the Bearkats scored 60 points but again faced defeat. Their shooting percentage was lower than desired at just over 38 percent from field goals and only about 21 percent from beyond the arc. They will need to improve these figures if they hope to outscore the Aggies.
The game against Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks showed better defensive efforts with fewer personal fouls and only nine turnovers for Sam Houston State. They managed a narrow win with a score of 63-62 by capitalizing on free throws where they made about 61 percent of their attempts.
The venue itself may offer some advantage; playing at home should provide comfort and support from local fans which can be pivotal in close encounters. The team's ability to capitalize on this environment while addressing weaknesses such as three-point shooting accuracy and turnover rates will be crucial for success.
Fans should expect an intense battle where every possession counts and both teams vie for dominance on court. With strategic adjustments and execution of plays, the Bearkats have an opportunity to leverage their home-court advantage into a significant win.
Catch all the action live on January 26th at Bernard Johnson Coliseum or tune into CBS Sports Network channel 221 for national coverage starting at local time (2:00 AM GMT).