In a compelling matchup that saw the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs secure a victory over the University of Central Florida Knights with a final score of 89-78, both teams demonstrated their strengths on the court. The Horned Frogs improved their season record, showcasing an impressive offensive and defensive performance at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. The Knights, despite their efforts, fell short in this conference game but not without a strong fight.

Mar 17, 2023; Denver, CO, USA; TCU Horned Frogs guard Mike Miles Jr. (1) reacts after defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first round of the NCAA tournament at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-USA TODAY Sports

Game Highlights

The TCU Horned Frogs dominated both halves of the game, starting strong with 49 points in the first half and adding another 40 in the second. Their offense was on fire, achieving a field goal percentage of 48 percent and making 33 out of 69 attempts. From beyond the arc, they managed to sink six three-pointers at a rate of 29 percent. On defense, they were equally impressive with ten blocks and six steals.

Key players for TCU included Vasean Allette who led his team with an outstanding performance by scoring 17 points along with nine assists and seven rebounds. Ernest Udeh also made significant contributions with his double-double consisting of 16 points and eleven rebounds while blocking two shots. David Punch added to the team's success by putting up fourteen points on an efficient shooting night.

On the other side, UCF Knights fought valiantly but couldn't overcome TCU's lead despite scoring more in the second half (48 points) than in the first (30). They ended up shooting at a lower field goal percentage (38 percent) compared to TCU but excelled at free throws by making eighty percent from the line.

Player Performances

The game was also notable for individual performances from both teams that kept fans on edge throughout all four quarters. For instance, Allette's near triple-double effort showcased his versatility as he orchestrated most of TCU's offensive plays while contributing significantly on defense as well.

UCF had moments where they shined through teamwork rather than individual brilliance; their collective effort resulted in fourteen assists which facilitated ball movement against TCU’s tight defense but ultimately wasn't enough to secure them a win.

Looking ahead, Texas Christian University Horned Frogs are set to face Baylor Bears next at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena on March 4th at 8:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch this upcoming game live on ESPN+, promising another exciting college basketball showdown as part of regular season play.

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