Schollmaier Arena Showdown: TCU Horned Frogs vs Texas A&M-Commerce Lions in Men's Basketball
As the TCU Horned Frogs prepare to host the Texas A&M-Commerce Lions at Schollmaier Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an exhilarating Men's Basketball game. The upcoming clash scheduled for New Year's Day is set against a backdrop of impressive performances by the Horned Frogs, who have been showcasing their prowess on the court.
In their recent game on December 17, 2023, against the Sun Devils at Dickies Arena, TCU demonstrated a remarkable ability to turn up the heat in the second half. After scoring 26 points in the first half, they exploded with an additional 53 points post-intermission. This surge was fueled by a commanding presence in both steals and assists—13 and 24 respectively—underscoring their defensive agility and collaborative spirit. With a final score of 79-59, it was clear that when TCU finds its rhythm, they can be unstoppable.
The Horned Frogs' performance has been characterized by an aggressive offense that thrives on fast breaks and capitalizing on turnovers. Their last outing saw them rack up 21 fast break points and convert turnovers into an impressive tally of 26 points. Moreover, their rebounding has been formidable; pulling down 41 rebounds demonstrates their control under both baskets.
However, it would be remiss not to acknowledge that even strong teams have areas to improve upon. In their December 9 encounter with Clemson Tigers where they fell short at Coca-Cola Coliseum (66-74), TCU struggled from beyond the arc with only an 18 percent success rate from three-point land—a stark contrast to their otherwise solid field goal percentage.
Looking ahead at Texas A&M-Commerce Lions as opponents presents another opportunity for TCU to assert dominance early on and maintain pressure throughout both halves. The Lions will need more than just determination if they hope to counteract TCU’s high-octane offense and tight-knit defense.
TCU fans should expect nothing less than full-throttle basketball come January first—their team has shown time and again that they can elevate their play under pressure while maintaining composure during pivotal moments of a game.
The stage is set for January first at Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth; tip-off is scheduled for sharp at nine o'clock PM Central Time (CT). Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into ESPN+ online network for live coverage of this promising matchup between two determined collegiate teams ready to battle it out as we usher in a new year of basketball excellence.