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Charlotte 49ers Set to Challenge SMU Mustangs at Moody Coliseum

As the Charlotte 49ers prepare to face off against the SMU Mustangs at Moody Coliseum, fans are eager for what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The upcoming game, scheduled in Dallas, will test the mettle of the 49ers as they look to bounce back from a series of challenging games.


Charlotte 49ers VS SMU Mustangs

In their last outing on December 21st against Davidson Wildcats, the Charlotte team struggled to find their rhythm. Despite a strong start matching the Wildcats with 17 points in the first quarter, they faltered as the game progressed, ultimately falling with a score of 56-83. Their field goal percentage was just 36 percent and three-point attempts were even less successful at only 20 percent. These numbers were starkly lower than those posted by Davidson who shot an impressive 55 percent from the field and an exceptional 53 percent from beyond the arc.


However, it's not all doom and gloom for Charlotte fans. In a previous game on December 18th against Charleston Southern Buccaneers, CHAR showed resilience and capability by securing a win with a score of 65-60. Their fast break points stood out at an impressive tally of 19 compared to Buccaneers' seven which indicates that when given space, CHAR can capitalize effectively.


Moreover, another glimmer of hope shone through during their December 7th game versus Wake Forest Demon Deacons where they emerged victorious with a scoreline reading in favor of CHAR at an encouraging figure of 69-58. This performance was underpinned by solid shooting from both two-point range (56 percent) and free throws (92 percent), showcasing that accuracy is within reach for this squad when they hit their stride.


The key takeaway for Charlotte is consistency; maintaining high levels of play throughout all quarters will be crucial against SMU Mustangs who are known for their tenacity on home turf. The defense needs tightening up too – reducing turnovers which have been alarmingly high in past games must be prioritized if CHAR hopes to keep pace with SMU's offense.


Looking ahead optimistically but cautiously; if Charlotte can harness some of their demonstrated offensive firepower while shoring up defensive lapses – particularly around turnovers – there's potential for them to upset expectations at Moody Coliseum.


Fans should mark their calendars for February 18th when these teams clash at precisely half-past ten PM Eastern Time. Those unable or unwilling to make it down south can catch all action live as it unfolds right from comfort zones via local sports networks or streaming services that offer coverage.

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