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Wyoming Cowboys and Furman Paladins Clash at HTC Center in Men's Basketball

As the Wyoming Cowboys prepare to face off against the Furman Paladins at the HTC Center, fans are eager for what promises to be a riveting game of basketball. The upcoming matchup, scheduled for November 19th, is set against a backdrop of recent performances that suggest an edge for the Cowboys.


Nov 26, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; Wyoming Cowboys forward Cam Manyawu (5) reaches for a loose ball during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at their last game on November 17th against the Cougars, WYO showcased a robust defense with six blocks and an impressive steal count of 11. Their offense wasn't too shabby either; they boasted a field goal percentage of 54 percent and were particularly effective from beyond the arc with a three-point shooting percentage of 40 percent. This combination led them to outscore their opponents by seven points.


In contrast, during their previous encounter with Saint Louis Billikens on November 16th, WYO struggled slightly more but still managed to secure victory. Despite two players fouling out and committing more personal fouls overall than in their last game, they compensated with remarkable free throw accuracy (94 percent) and dominated inside with 42 points in paint.


The most telling performance came on November 12th when WYO played host to Cal Poly Mustangs. They displayed exceptional balance between offense and defense; not only did they block seven shots but also lit up the scoreboard by sinking half of their two-point attempts and over half of all field goals attempted. Their assist-to-turnover ratio was even-steven at one – indicative of disciplined ball movement.


The Paladins should not be underestimated though; any team playing on its home court deserves respect. However, based on recent statistics alone – particularly those demonstrating WYO's ability to maintain high shooting percentages while effectively disrupting opponent offenses – it seems likely that Wyoming will carry this momentum into Conway.


Fans can look forward to seeing if WYO can continue its strong defensive play while maintaining offensive efficiency against FUR's squad. It will be crucial for them to control the paint as they have done so effectively in past games while keeping turnovers low.


Mark your calendars for this exciting clash taking place at HTC Center in Conway on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 PM local time (Eastern Time). For those unable to attend in person, catch all the action live on ESPNU channel number 208 where you can witness every dribble, pass, and shot as these two teams go head-to-head.

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