UAB Blazers Set to Host Florida Atlantic Owls at Bartow Arena
As the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers prepare to face off against the Florida Atlantic Owls, fans are eager for what promises to be an electrifying game at Bartow Arena. The UAB Blazers, coming off a recent victory against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs with a score of 65-59, are looking to maintain their winning momentum.
The Blazers' performance in their last few games has been a mixed bag. On January 28th, they secured a comfortable win over Rice Owls with a score of 70-52. Their defense was particularly impressive, snagging 12 steals and blocking three shots. Offensively, they were efficient from beyond the arc with a three-point shooting percentage of 43 percent and managed to out-rebound Rice by a significant margin.
However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for UAB; they faced defeat on January 21st against North Texas Mean Green where they scored only 52 points compared to Mean Green's 63. The loss highlighted some areas for improvement as the team struggled from the three-point line hitting just one out of ten attempts and had an assists turnover ratio that left much to be desired.
Looking ahead at the upcoming game against FAU, it's crucial for UAB to capitalize on their home-court advantage and continue building upon their strengths while addressing weaknesses seen in past performances. The Blazers have shown resilience in bouncing back after losses this season and will need that same tenacity as they go up against an FAU team that is not to be underestimated.
FAU comes into this match-up with its own set of skills but will have to contend with UAB's aggressive defense which has proven effective in disrupting opponents' rhythm. If UAB can dominate defensively like they did against Rice and maintain better control over turnovers than seen in previous games, there is no doubt that they can come away with another win for their home crowd.
The scheduled date for this highly anticipated match-up is February 3rd at Bartow Arena in Birmingham. Fans who cannot make it to the venue can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network channel 221 starting at midnight Eastern Time (ET). This game promises not only excitement but also an opportunity for UAB Blazers fans to witness their team potentially solidify its standing within conference play.