TCU Horned Frogs Dominate Sun Devils at Dickies Arena in Men's Basketball Showdown

The TCU Horned Frogs emerged victorious against the Arizona State Sun Devils with a commanding 79-59 performance. The Horned Frogs' season record now stands at an impressive 1-0, while the Sun Devils fall to 0-1.

In a display of offensive efficiency and defensive tenacity, the TCU Horned Frogs secured a significant victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils at Dickies Arena. The home team showcased their dominance on both ends of the court, outscoring their opponents by twenty points in front of an enthusiastic crowd of 4,890 spectators.

The Horned Frogs' offense was firing on all cylinders as they shot an impressive 46 percent from the field and converted on 33 percent of their attempts from beyond the arc. Their efforts inside were particularly effective, tallying up to 44 points in paint. On defense, TCU was relentless; they racked up thirteen steals and four blocks while forcing nineteen turnovers from Arizona State.

One standout statistic for TCU was their assist-to-turnover ratio which stood at a remarkable two to one thanks to twenty-four assists against twelve player turnovers. This level of ball movement and care with possession underscored TCU's cohesive play throughout the game.

On the rebounding front, TCU dominated with forty-one total rebounds—twelve offensive and twenty-eight defensive—giving them multiple second-chance opportunities that led to thirteen second-chance points. Additionally, capitalizing on turnovers proved fruitful for TCU as they scored twenty-six points off Arizona State's nineteen turnovers.

While it was a tough night for Arizona State who struggled with shooting accuracy across all fronts—39 percent field goal percentage and only making five three-pointers—their effort remained evident through thirty-three rebounds and eleven assists. However, personal fouls proved costly for them as they committed fifteen throughout the game.

As fans look ahead, anticipation builds for The TCU Horned Frogs' next challenge when they face off against Old Dominion Monarchs at SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu. This matchup is scheduled for December 21st at 4:30 PM Central Time Zone (CT). Fans eager to catch this encounter can tune into ESPNU channel two hundred eight where it will be broadcast nationally.