Can UTEP Miners Extend Their Winning Streak at Don Haskins Center?
As the University of Texas at El Paso Miners prepare to host the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its impressive performance. The Miners have been showcasing a strong trend in their recent games, with a notable victory over the Aggies where they dominated with 74 points against 49. This win was characterized by an aggressive defense that led to 14 steals and a remarkable second-chance point tally of 22.
The trend continued against Liberty Flames, although it was a close call with the Miners falling just short at 65 points to the Flames' 67. Despite this loss, UTEP showed resilience on defense with five blocks and maintained efficiency from two-point range with a solid shooting percentage.
In their game against Jacksonville State Gamecocks, UTEP came out on top once more, scoring 79 points and winning by eight. They excelled in fast-break situations and free-throw accuracy—two areas that could be pivotal in their upcoming matchup.
The Don Haskins Center has been a fortress for UTEP; they've used home-court advantage effectively as seen in these past performances. With an attendance that can exceed ten thousand passionate fans creating an electrifying atmosphere, it's no wonder visiting teams find it challenging here.
Looking ahead to the clash against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, expect UTEP to leverage their home court for defensive pressure and capitalize on turnovers which have been instrumental in previous wins. The Bulldogs will need to be wary of UTEP's ability to convert defensive plays into scoring opportunities.
Fans should mark their calendars for February 23rd when these two teams face off at Don Haskins Center in El Paso at 8:00 PM Central Time. The game will be broadcasted on ESPN+, ensuring supporters won't miss any action from what promises to be an enthralling encounter.