UAB Blazers Set to Clash with Temple Owls at Dickies Arena

As the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers prepare to face off against the Temple Owls, fans are eager for what promises to be an electrifying encounter at Dickies Arena. The Blazers come into this game riding a wave of momentum, having recently showcased their offensive prowess in a high-scoring affair where they put up 93 points against the South Florida Bulls. Their impressive 53 percent field goal shooting and dominance in points in the paint were key factors in their victory.

The Blazers have been particularly effective from inside the arc, hitting 61 percent of their two-point attempts last game. Their ability to draw fouls and convert free throws was also evident as they made 73 percent from the line. Defensively, UAB has shown tenacity with seven steals and four blocks, indicating an aggressive approach that could unsettle the Owls.

In contrast to their explosive performance against South Florida, UAB had a more modest output when they faced Wichita State Shockers earlier on. Scoring 72 points on just 41 percent field goal shooting indicates some inconsistency that they will look to overcome. However, their defensive efforts remained strong with another seven blocks and five steals.

Rebounding has been another area where UAB has excelled; pulling down 40 rebounds in both recent games shows a consistent effort on both ends of the court. This rebounding strength could be crucial against Temple as it provides additional scoring opportunities through second-chance points and limits opponents' possessions.

The upcoming match is set for March 17th at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas – familiar territory for UAB after recent games there – which may provide them with an added comfort level despite being away from home turf. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN at 2:15 PM CT as these two teams battle it out on neutral ground for supremacy.