UTEP Miners and Jacksonville State Gamecocks Set for Showdown at Don Haskins Center

As the UTEP Miners prepare to host the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at the Don Haskins Center, fans can expect a game that will test both teams' recent performance trends. The Miners, coming off a mixed bag of results in their last few outings, are looking to capitalize on their home-court advantage.

In their previous game against the Blue Raiders, the Miners struggled offensively, shooting only 33 percent from the field and a paltry 14 percent from beyond the arc. Their inability to convert free throws at a high rate (57 percent) also contributed to their downfall in a low-scoring affair where they managed just 41 points. Despite these challenges, they showed strength on defense with five steals and an impressive total rebound count of 36.

The game prior offered more encouragement as UTEP outlasted Western Kentucky's Lady Toppers with an offensive surge that saw them shoot 41 percent from the field and improve significantly at the free-throw line with a success rate of 71 percent. They also showcased their ability to create second-chance opportunities by grabbing 13 offensive rebounds leading to 22 second-chance points.

However, consistency remains an issue for UTEP as evidenced by their performance against New Mexico State Aggies where turnovers were costly; despite shooting well from two-point range (52 percent), they gave up too many possessions which allowed NMSU to maintain control throughout most of the contest.

Looking ahead, rebounding could be key for UTEP as it has been one area where they've consistently performed well. Maintaining defensive pressure will also be crucial in containing Jacksonville State's offense while finding ways to generate more efficient scoring opportunities themselves.

The upcoming clash is scheduled for March 1st at Don Haskins Center in El Paso. Fans eager not to miss any action can catch this exciting matchup live starting at 8:00 PM Central Time.