Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Clash with Memphis Tigers at Imperial Arena in Women's Basketball Showdown
As the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders prepare to face off against the Memphis Tigers at Imperial Arena, fans are eager to see if the team can bounce back from recent performances. The upcoming game, scheduled for November 20th, promises to be a challenging encounter for both sides.
The Blue Raiders have had a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. In their last game against DePaul's Blue Demons, they secured a narrow victory with 71 points to 69. This win showcased their ability to maintain composure under pressure and close out games. Their scoring was consistent across quarters and they demonstrated solid defensive play with six steals and four blocks.
However, this victory followed a less favorable result when they faced Michigan's Wolverines at home and were defeated with a score of 49 to 63. The statistics from that game indicated struggles in offensive efficiency; shooting only around 33 percent from the field goal range and about 29 percent from beyond the arc. Additionally, turnovers were an issue as they matched their assists number.
Earlier still, in another home game versus Princeton's Tigers where they scored 60 points against their opponent’s 65, Middle Tennessee showed resilience but ultimately fell short. They managed better shooting accuracy than in subsequent games but still suffered from turnovers which limited their opportunities.
The venue may play an influential role; Imperial Arena has been host to both triumphs and defeats for the team recently. With its neutral setting away from home comforts or pressures, it could level the playing field between them and Memphis.
Fans can expect Middle Tennessee to focus on improving ball handling while capitalizing on defensive strengths shown in past games as keys to success against Memphis Tigers.
Catch all the action live on November 20th at Imperial Arena starting at 22:00 UTC (5:00 PM Central Time).