Will Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Ride the Momentum at Pan American Center?

As the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers prepare to face off against the New Mexico State Aggies at the Pan American Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent success on foreign hardwood. The Hilltoppers have shown a strong performance in their past games, indicating a positive trend that could carry over into this upcoming clash.

In their last game against Jacksonville State Gamecocks, the Hilltoppers secured an impressive 80-69 victory. They demonstrated a balanced attack with a 49 percent field goal rate and were particularly lethal from beyond the arc, hitting half of their three-point attempts. Their fast-break points stood out at 24, showcasing their ability to capitalize on turnovers and push the pace.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Western Kentucky; they suffered a narrow defeat against Sam Houston Bearkats with a score of 74-78 just before that. Despite this setback, they maintained consistent shooting from both two-point (45 percent) and three-point range (46 percent), which could be pivotal in overcoming New Mexico State's defense.

Earlier still, they edged out Liberty Flames with a close 70-68 win. This game highlighted some areas for improvement as they turned over the ball 21 times but managed to maintain composure under pressure.

The upcoming game promises to be an exciting one as Western Kentucky looks to leverage its offensive firepower and sharpshooting abilities. The team will need to focus on reducing turnovers and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities while maintaining defensive intensity.

Fans can catch all the action live from Las Cruces at Pan American Center on January 19th at ESPN+, where tip-off is scheduled for local venue time of US/Mountain Time Zone.