Can TCU Horned Frogs Bounce Back After Narrow Defeat at Fifth Third Arena?

The TCU Horned Frogs, ranked 19th, faced a challenging away game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at the Fifth Third Arena. Despite a hard-fought battle that extended into overtime, the Horned Frogs fell short with a final score of 77-81. The Bearcats secured their victory without any draws in the matchup. The Horned Frogs now hold a record of 0-1 following this encounter.

The game was intensely competitive, with nine lead changes and six instances where the score was tied, indicating how evenly matched both teams were throughout regulation time and overtime. The TCU Horned Frogs showcased their defensive skills with ten steals and two blocks but were unable to capitalize fully on these opportunities.

Offensively, TCU's performance was marked by their ability to distribute the ball effectively as they racked up 20 assists over the course of the game. However, shooting accuracy from beyond the arc proved more efficient than inside it; they hit an impressive 44 percent from three-point range but only managed a 40 percent success rate on two-point attempts.

The team's effort on rebounds was noteworthy as well; they outrebounded their opponents by grabbing 41 boards compared to Cincinnati's 35. This included twelve offensive rebounds which contributed to eighteen second-chance points for TCU. Despite these efforts, turnovers were an issue for them as they gave up possession nineteen times which led to twelve points off turnovers for Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Bearcats capitalized on their home court advantage and made significant plays when it mattered most in overtime. They demonstrated superior efficiency in field goal percentage at 52 percent overall and dominated points in paint with fifty credited to them.

Looking ahead after this tough loss, fans can mark their calendars for an exciting home game where TCU will host Iowa State Cyclones at Schollmaier Arena located in Fort Worth, TX (zip code:76129). This upcoming match is scheduled for January 20th at 1:00 PM Central Time and will be broadcast nationally on ESPNU (channel number:208). Fans are encouraged to tune in or attend what promises to be another compelling conference game.