Clash at Don Haskins Center: UTEP Miners Face Wyoming Cowboys in Men's Basketball Showdown
As the UTEP Miners prepare to host the Wyoming Cowboys at the Don Haskins Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its recent performance trends. The Miners have shown a mix of resilience and areas for improvement over their past few games, which will be crucial factors in their upcoming matchup.
In their last game against Norfolk State's Spartans, the Miners secured a narrow victory with a final score of 67-65. Their ability to convert from the free-throw line was impressive, making 73 percent of their attempts. However, they struggled from beyond the arc with only a 27 percent success rate on three-point shots. The team also demonstrated defensive prowess with five blocks and capitalized on fast breaks by scoring 20 points.
The previous away game against Abilene Christian's Wildcats saw an uptick in offensive production as UTEP scored 82 points but ultimately fell short by six points in an 88-82 loss. They maintained consistency from the field with around a 42 percent shooting rate but were outdone by Abilene Christian's higher shooting efficiency.
A concerning trend emerged during an earlier away game against Oregon's Ducks where UTEP managed only 49 points compared to Oregon’s 71. The Miners showed difficulty both in field goal percentage (36 percent) and free throws (50 percent), indicating that shooting accuracy may be an area needing attention before facing Wyoming.
The upcoming game presents an opportunity for UTEP to leverage its home-court advantage at Don Haskins Center—a venue known for its energetic atmosphere that often boosts Miner performances. Fans can expect UTEP to focus on improving three-point accuracy while continuing to exploit fast break opportunities and maintain defensive intensity.
The match is scheduled for December 22nd at Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas, starting at 02:30 AM local time. Fans unable to attend can catch live coverage of what promises to be an exciting encounter via YouTube broadcast networks.