Clash at Elma Roane Fieldhouse: Memphis Tigers vs SMU Mustangs in Women's Basketball Showdown
As the Memphis Tigers prepare to host the SMU Mustangs at Elma Roane Fieldhouse, fans are eager for what promises to be an exhilarating game of women's basketball. The upcoming match scheduled for January 12 is a chance for the Tigers to bounce back and show their resilience after a series of challenging games.
The recent performance of the Memphis Tigers has been a rollercoaster, with their last home game against Mississippi State Bulldogs on December 17 ending in an 81-63 defeat. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways, such as their ability to force turnovers and convert them into points. The Tigers scored 16 points off turnovers and showed tenacity on the offensive rebounds with a total of 17 grabs.
However, it was clear that shooting accuracy was an issue; they only made 28 percent from the field and were particularly struggling from beyond the arc with a three-point percentage of just over 30 percent. Free throw accuracy also left much to be desired at only 50 percent. These statistics highlight areas where improvement is crucial if they aim to dominate against SMU.
On December 10, however, fans witnessed a more promising side of MEM when they secured a narrow victory over Southern Miss Lady Eagles with a scoreline of 69-67. Their field goal percentage improved significantly to around 39 percent, and their three-point shots were finding the net more consistently at nearly 39 percent accuracy. This win showcased what MEM can achieve when they find rhythm in their offense.
Looking ahead at SMU Mustangs' recent form provides further insight into what could unfold during this encounter. The Mustangs have shown vulnerability that MEM can exploit if they play strategically and capitalize on scoring opportunities while tightening up defense.
In conclusion, while past performances have shown some weaknesses in MEM's gameplay – particularly in shooting consistency – there is potential for them to turn things around against SMU Mustangs if lessons have been learned from previous outings. Fans should expect an intense battle where every possession will count towards building momentum towards victory.
The anticipation builds as January rolls closer; all eyes will be on Elma Roane Fieldhouse come game night at eight o'clock PM local time (CDT). For those unable to attend in person, details regarding broadcast options are yet forthcoming but stay tuned for updates as tip-off approaches.