Double Overtime Drama: Mustangs Edge Out Tigers at Elma Roane Fieldhouse
The Memphis Tigers, after a hard-fought battle that extended into double overtime, ultimately fell short against the Mustangs with a final score of 91-86. The game was marked by numerous lead changes, totaling 11 throughout the contest, and the score was tied on nine occasions. The Tigers now stand with an overall record of 0-1.
The Memphis-based team showcased a robust defense with seven blocks and an impressive 14 steals. Their offensive efforts were led by their ability to capitalize on turnovers, scoring 24 points off the Mustangs' mistakes. Despite trailing in rebounds with a total of 41 compared to the Mustangs' commanding 55 rebounds, the Tigers managed to outdo their opponents in second-chance points with a total of 17.
In terms of shooting accuracy, both teams struggled from beyond the arc; however, it was notable that Memphis converted six three-pointers at a rate of twenty-five percent while SMU only made one at eight percent. The free throw line saw more activity from SMU who attempted sixty shots and made forty (sixty-seven percent), whereas Memphis had thirty-eight attempts and successfully scored twenty-eight (seventy-four percent).
A key aspect for the home team was their assist-to-turnover ratio which stood at 0.7 compared to SMU's lower ratio of 0.23; this statistic reflects how Memphis maintained better control over ball possession despite committing twenty turnovers themselves.
As for individual performances from both sides, there were no specific player statistics provided in this data set; however, it is clear that teamwork played an essential role given each team's assist totals—fourteen for Memphis and five for SMU.
Looking ahead after this intense conference game held at Elma Roane Fieldhouse before an audience of eight hundred fifty-four fans—the next challenge awaits as the Memphis Tigers will face off against Temple Owls on January fourteenth at two o'clock PM Eastern Time (1:00 PM Central Time). This upcoming match will take place away from home turf at Liacouras Center located in Philadelphia. Fans eager to follow their team can tune into future broadcasts or attend games supporting their beloved Tigers as they continue through their season schedule.