Memphis Tigers Set to Challenge Wichita State Shockers at Charles Koch Arena
As the Memphis Tigers prepare to face off against the Wichita State Shockers at Charles Koch Arena, fans are eager for insights into how their team might perform. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 18th, is poised to be a pivotal moment for the Tigers after a series of mixed results in their recent outings.
In their last game on December 17th against Mississippi State Bulldogs at Elma Roane Fieldhouse, the Tigers fell short with a score of 63-81. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; notably, they managed to secure 36 rebounds and made 33 percent of their three-point attempts. However, they struggled with field goal accuracy at just 29 percent and free throws at a mere 50 percent success rate.
Comparatively, in an earlier match on December 10th against Southern Miss Lady Eagles, the Tigers clinched a narrow victory with a score of 69-67. Their performance showcased improved field goal shooting at nearly 40 percent and three-point shots landing at an impressive rate of almost 39 percent. Additionally, they demonstrated defensive prowess by making six steals and five blocks.
The most telling statistics come from these past performances where Memphis has shown resilience despite challenges. They've displayed bursts of offensive strength but have been inconsistent in converting opportunities into points.
Against Wichita State Shockers' home advantage within Charles Koch Arena's energetic atmosphere could be daunting; however, it's also an opportunity for the Tigers to prove their mettle. The key will be improving shooting accuracy both from the field and the free-throw line while maintaining defensive intensity throughout each quarter.
The upcoming game will undoubtedly test Memphis' ability to adapt and overcome previous shortcomings. Fans should look forward to seeing if head coach Melissa McFerrin has addressed these issues during practice sessions leading up to this challenging encounter.
Supporters can catch all the action live as both teams vie for dominance on January 18th in Wichita's renowned venue – an arena that promises high stakes basketball drama as conference play heats up this season.