SMU Mustangs Edge Out Bearkats at Moody Coliseum in Women's Basketball Showdown
The SMU Mustangs and the Bearkats clashed at Moody Coliseum, with the home team securing a narrow victory. The Mustangs' season record now stands at an impressive 69-64, while the Bearkats fall behind with a 64-69 tally.
From the opening quarter, the SMU Mustangs set a competitive tone with an 18-15 lead. Despite a slight dip in momentum during the second quarter where they scored 14 points to the Bearkats' 19, they managed to maintain their edge. The third quarter saw them add another 16 points to their score, while holding their opponents to just 10 points. In a decisive final quarter, the Mustangs outscored their adversaries by one point, finishing strong with a total of 21 points.
The statistics reveal that both teams were fiercely competitive throughout the game. The SMU Mustangs showcased superior shooting accuracy from inside the arc with an impressive field goal percentage of fifty-two percent on two-point attempts and overall forty-five percent field goal efficiency. Their offensive efforts were further bolstered by scoring thirty-four points in paint and converting eleven free throws.
Defensively, SMU was equally robust; they out-rebounded Sam Houston by thirteen rebounds for a total of fifty-three rebounds – thirty-nine defensive and fourteen offensive boards – which played a crucial role in maintaining possession and creating second-chance opportunities that resulted in ten additional points for them.
Playmaking was another area where SMU excelled; nineteen assists were distributed among players showcasing effective teamwork against twelve from Sam Houston. However, ball security was an issue for both teams as turnovers were high; twenty-six for SMU compared to sixteen from Sam Houston.
On defense, steals and blocks told part of the story: eight steals contributed to twelve points off turnovers for SMU while four blocks helped disrupt Sam Houston's shooting rhythm.
Looking ahead after this hard-fought victory at home court Moody Coliseum located at Dallas Texas ZIP code:75205 , fans can anticipate another exciting matchup as Southern Methodist University prepares to host Air Force Falcons on December 21st at seven o'clock PM Central Time Zone . This upcoming game promises more action-packed women's basketball which fans can follow live as it unfolds but without any broadcast networks coverage announced yet.