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Texas Longhorns Set to Host Alabama Crimson Tide in a Showdown at Moody Center

As the Texas Longhorns prepare to host the Alabama Crimson Tide at the Moody Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their dominant performance. The upcoming game, scheduled for March 24th, promises an exciting clash as both teams vie for victory on the court.


Dec 3, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Rori Harmon (3) directs teammates during the women s basketball game against the University of Connecticut at the Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron E. Martinez-USA TODAY Sports

The Longhorns have been showcasing a strong trend in their recent games. In their last matchup against Drexel Dragons, they secured an overwhelming victory with a score of 82-42. This impressive win was marked by several key statistics that Texas fans hope will continue into the next game. The team's field goal percentage stood at 44 percent and they were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting three-pointers at a rate of 50 percent.


Defensively, Texas was just as formidable; they amassed eight blocks and twelve steals while forcing twenty-one turnovers from Drexel. Their defensive prowess allowed them to capitalize on these turnovers with twenty-eight points scored off them.


On offense, Texas demonstrated excellent ball distribution with twenty-three assists and maintained an assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.3 – indicating efficient playmaking and ball handling. They also dominated inside with forty-four points in paint and showed tenacity on the boards by grabbing fifty-one rebounds – twenty-two of which were offensive rebounds leading to twenty-two second-chance points.


The venue could play a significant role in this upcoming game as well; playing at home has its advantages such as familiarity with the court and strong fan support which can boost player morale.


Fans can catch this anticipated matchup live on March 24th at Moody Center in Austin or tune in from home to support their team. Tip-off is set for noon Central Time (CT), promising an afternoon filled with high-level basketball action between two competitive teams looking to assert themselves on court.

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