Can Arizona State Sun Devils Outmaneuver the Beavers at Gill Coliseum?
As the Arizona State Sun Devils prepare to face off against the Oregon State Beavers, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from a string of challenging games. The upcoming clash at Gill Coliseum on January 14 promises to be a pivotal moment for ASU, who have shown both flashes of brilliance and areas in need of improvement in recent outings.
In their last game against the Oregon Ducks on January 13, ASU scored 53 points but fell short as they allowed 65 points. Despite a strong start with 16 points in the first quarter, they struggled in the third quarter scoring only six points which significantly hampered their momentum. Their field goal percentage stood at 40 percent and three-point shooting was slightly better at 39 percent. However, it was not enough to secure victory.
The Sun Devils' performance against Colorado Buffaloes on January 7 showcased their resilience. Scoring an impressive 68 points, they demonstrated an ability to compete with top-tier teams despite ultimately losing by a margin of thirteen points. Their free-throw accuracy was notable at an impressive 77 percent, but turnovers were a concern as they gave up possession sixteen times.
A particularly tough game for ASU came just one day before that loss when they faced Utah Utes and could only muster up 41 points while conceding 58. The team's shooting percentages were low across the board; two-point attempts were made at just a rate of twenty-six percent and overall field goal percentage sat at twenty-seven percent.
Looking ahead to their encounter with ORST, it is clear that ASU needs to tighten up defensively and maintain consistent offensive pressure throughout all four quarters if they hope to come out on top. The Beavers will likely capitalize on any lapses in concentration or execution from ASU's side.
ASU fans should look for improvements in ball handling and shot selection after recent performances have highlighted these as key areas for development. With more disciplined play and continued aggression towards securing rebounds—both offensive and defensive—the Sun Devils have an opportunity to turn things around.
The scheduled tip-off is set for January 14th at Gill Coliseum located in Corvallis, OR starting promptly at noon local time (1:00 PM Mountain Time). Fans unable to attend can catch all the action live where coverage will be available through official sports networks or streaming platforms dedicated to collegiate sports events.