UTEP Miners and Rice Owls Set for Showdown at Don Haskins Center

As the UTEP Miners prepare to host the Rice Owls at the Don Haskins Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their winning momentum. The Miners have been on a roll, coming off a victorious streak in their recent encounters. Their last game against the UTSA Roadrunners saw them secure a win with 74 points to UTSA's 67, showcasing an impressive final quarter push where they outscored their opponents by four points.

The previous home game for the Miners was also a success story; they edged out the Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters with a close score of 72 to 66. This victory was particularly notable as it demonstrated UTEP's ability to maintain consistency throughout all quarters.

However, it is worth noting that in one of their past games against this upcoming opponent, Rice Owls, the Miners fell short by nine points – scoring only 53 against Rice's 62. This loss could serve as an extra motivator for UTEP as they seek redemption on their home court.

The Don Haskins Center has been a fortress for UTEP; its energetic atmosphere often acts as an additional player on court. With fans rallying behind them and recent performances indicating an upward trend in form and confidence, the Miners will be looking to leverage this home advantage fully.

As we anticipate this matchup, it is clear that while past victories provide encouragement for UTEP, basketball is unpredictable and every game writes its own story. Fans should expect determination from both sides but with particular attention on how UTEP responds to previous setbacks against Rice.

The action unfolds at Don Haskins Center in El Paso on January 14th at 7:00 PM local time. For those unable to attend in person, details regarding broadcast networks or streaming services will be provided closer to game day so fans can follow every moment of what promises to be an exciting contest between these two teams.