SMU Mustangs Set to Battle Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center

As the Southern Methodist University Mustangs prepare to face off against the Houston Cougars at the Fertitta Center, fans are eager to see if SMU can continue their recent trend of success. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 6th, promises to be a thrilling encounter in one of college basketball's most exciting venues.

The Mustangs have been on an impressive run lately. In their last game at Moody Coliseum against Tulsa's Golden Hurricane, they showcased a dominant performance with a commanding 92-67 victory. Their offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting an outstanding 58 percent from the field and an even more impressive 54 percent from beyond the arc. The team also displayed unselfish play with 25 assists and maintained defensive pressure with six steals and five blocks.

However, in their previous away game against Hawai'i Warriors, SMU narrowly lost by one point in a tightly contested match that ended 57-58. Despite this setback, they managed to maintain a solid field goal percentage of 44 percent while dominating points in the paint with 40.

In another recent matchup during the semifinals against Utah State Aggies, SMU secured a close win with a scoreline of 77-74. Their free throw accuracy was nearly perfect at an impressive rate of 88 percent which could be crucial in tight games like these.

As we look ahead to their next challenge against Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center, it is clear that maintaining offensive efficiency will be key for SMU. They will need to capitalize on fast-break opportunities and continue facilitating ball movement for high-percentage shots.

Fans can catch this highly anticipated clash live on ESPN2 or attend it personally at Fertitta Center in Houston on January 6th; tip-off is set for midnight UTC (7 PM Central Time). With both teams looking strong this season, it's sure not only to entertain but also potentially shape conference standings as we move further into the competitive season.