UAB Blazers Set to Blaze Past North Texas Mean Green at Bartow Arena
As the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers gear up to face the North Texas Mean Green, fans are eager for what promises to be a riveting encounter at Bartow Arena. The Blazers' recent performances have been a mixed bag of dominance and struggle, but they're looking to solidify their stance in the upcoming game scheduled on February 24.
In their last outing against the UTSA Roadrunners on February 11, UAB faced a tough defeat with a final score of 58-76. Despite starting strong with an 18-point lead in the first quarter, they couldn't maintain momentum, scoring only six points in the second quarter. Their field goal percentage was just 37 percent and three-pointers were sinking at a rate of only 31 percent. The Blazers also struggled with turnovers; giving up possession 14 times can be costly and it's something that will need tightening up against UNT.
However, it wasn't all doom and gloom for UAB. Just days before their loss to UTSA, on February 8 against Tulane's Green Wave, they showcased what can only be described as an offensive masterclass. Scoring an impressive 94 points with a field goal percentage soaring at 57 percent and three-pointers hitting an astonishing rate of 59 percent shows that when they're hot, they're scorching.
The key takeaway from these past performances is inconsistency – but also potential. When UAB finds their rhythm early on as they did against Tulane by putting up substantial numbers in both halves (44 points in the first half alone), they become formidable opponents.
Against North Texas Mean Green – who have had their own ups and downs this season – UAB needs to capitalize early on. They must leverage home-court advantage where earlier this month (February 3), despite falling short by three points (69-72) against South Florida Bulls, showed resilience by rallying from behind after scoring just eight points in the opening quarter.
For fans looking forward to witnessing another potential high-scoring affair from UAB or hoping for redemption after recent stumbles – all eyes will be on players like those who stood out during these past games: those who blocked shots fearlessly or orchestrated plays with precision assists must step up once again.
Come Saturday afternoon at Bartow Arena in Birmingham, AL; expect energy levels through the roof as fans rally behind their team seeking victory over North Texas Mean Green. Tip-off is set for sharp at two o'clock PM local time (Central Time Zone). For those unable to attend in person - catch every dribble and basket live where available broadcasts are shown.