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Clash at Donald L. Tucker Civic Center: SMU Mustangs vs Florida State Seminoles in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Southern Methodist University Mustangs gear up to face the Florida State Seminoles at the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center, fans are eager for insights on how their team might fare in this upcoming men's basketball game.


Florida State Seminoles VS SMU Mustangs

The SMU Mustangs have shown a mixed bag of performances leading up to this encounter. On December 7, they narrowly missed victory against the Arizona State Sun Devils with a final score of 74-76. Despite out-rebounding their opponents 44 to 34 and dominating points in the paint with 42, turnovers and a low free throw percentage (53) hindered their success.


However, just four days prior on December 3, SMU displayed an offensive clinic against Texas A&M-Commerce Lions at Moody Coliseum, cruising to a comfortable win with an impressive scoreline of 90-47. Their field goal percentage was through the roof at 69 and they were equally lethal from beyond the arc hitting over half their three-point attempts (53). The Mustangs also showcased their playmaking abilities with an assist turnover ratio of 1.73.


In contrast, when facing Dayton Flyers on November 30th also at home court, SMU fell short by two points ending the game at 63-65. Despite having more steals and fast break points than Dayton, they struggled from three-point land making only five out of twenty-two attempts (23).


Looking ahead to FSU, it's clear that if SMU can replicate their shooting efficiency from Texas A&M-Commerce game and maintain defensive solidity while managing turnovers better than they did against ASU and Dayton Flyers – there is every reason for optimism among fans.


The Seminoles will be no pushovers though; playing on home turf provides them an inherent advantage not just in terms of support but familiarity with playing conditions as well. For SMU to emerge victorious in Tallahassee will require them not only to bring their 'A' game but also adapt quickly to both opponent tactics and venue atmosphere.


SMU supporters should mark their calendars for December 17th when these two teams lock horns at precisely 8:00 PM Eastern Time (ET). The action-packed encounter can be caught live on ACC Network channel number six hundred twelve for those who cannot make it to Florida's capital city venue but wish not miss any part of what promises be another thrilling chapter in college basketball season.


Fans are encouraged not only watch but also actively participate by showing unwavering support for our beloved Mustangs as they strive towards securing another win under bright lights Donald L Tucker Civic Center!

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