UTEP Miners Clash with North Texas Mean Green at Don Haskins Center

As the UTEP Miners prepare to host the North Texas Mean Green at the Don Haskins Center, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent performances. The Miners have shown a mixed bag of results in their last few outings, displaying both resilience and areas for improvement.

In their most recent game against the Blazers, despite a strong defensive effort with 16 steals, UTEP fell short by 13 points. Their shooting from beyond the arc was lackluster at 21 percent, which they will need to improve upon. However, they excelled in points off turnovers with an impressive 34 points and showed tenacity on fast breaks.

The game prior saw a more favorable outcome for UTEP as they secured a win over the Roadrunners. They demonstrated better control of the ball and capitalized on turnovers with 19 points off them. Their free throw percentage matched that against the Blazers at 60 percent – an aspect that could use enhancement.

Looking further back to their match-up with Charlotte's 49ers, it was evident that inside scoring is one of UTEP's strengths; they scored a notable 36 points in paint but struggled significantly from three-point range hitting only one out of fifteen attempts.

The upcoming game presents an opportunity for UTEP to leverage its home-court advantage at Don Haskins Center—a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere that often energizes the home squad. Consistency in defense and improving shooting accuracy will be key factors if they aim to overcome North Texas Mean Green's challenge.

Fans can catch this anticipated encounter on February 19th at 2:00 AM local time (El Paso). The action will be broadcasted live on ESPN+, ensuring supporters won't miss any part of what promises to be an engaging basketball showdown.