Schollmaier Arena Showdown: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs TCU Horned Frogs

As the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs prepare to host the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Schollmaier Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying matchup. The TCU Horned Frogs have been on a roller coaster this season, but their recent performances suggest they're ready to take control of their destiny.

Looking back at the December 21 game against Old Dominion Monarchs, TCU's offense was nothing short of explosive, racking up 111 points. Their field goal percentage stood at an impressive 54 percent and they dominated in points in the paint with 50. This offensive prowess is something that could very well carry over into their upcoming game.

However, it wasn't just scoring where TCU showed strength; their defense was also noteworthy. With 12 steals and a solid rebounding performance that included 44 total rebounds, they've demonstrated that they can be just as aggressive on defense as they are when attacking the basket.

The December 22 semifinal against Nevada Wolf Pack saw a dip in performance for TCU despite putting up a respectable 68 points. Their three-point shooting took a hit, dropping to just 23 percent which could be concerning given how modern basketball emphasizes beyond-the-arc scoring. Yet even with this setback, there were positives such as maintaining a free throw percentage of over 90 percent and continuing to fight hard on the boards with a total of 30 rebounds.

In contrast, TTU will come into Fort Worth looking to challenge TCU's home court advantage. They bring their own set of skills and strategies that could pose problems for the Horned Frogs if not properly addressed.

TCU fans should feel optimistic about their team's chances based on recent performances but must acknowledge that TTU won't make it easy for them. The key will be maintaining offensive efficiency while shoring up any defensive lapses that have been exposed in past games.

The stage is set for January 30th at Schollmaier Arena where all eyes will be on whether TCU can capitalize on its home-court advantage and continue its upward trajectory or if TTU will spoil the party under Fort Worth's bright lights. Fans eager to catch every play can tune into ESPN2 at channel number two hundred nine where all action will unfold live from Schollmaier Arena starting at midnight Eastern Time (ET).