Lindenwood Lions - NCAA Men's Hockey - Recap

As the Miami (FL) Hurricanes gear up to host the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at the Watsco Center, fans are in for a thrilling encounter. This matchup promises to be a pivotal moment in the season, with both teams looking to assert their dominance.

<img src="/imgproxy/956gqsUVoS4kk_Z8TeaFTIu8HkQmzwriLTOmOob9SOU/rs:fit:800:800:false:false/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdG9yYWdlLmdvb2dsZWFwaXMuY29tL3dtdC1nYW1lcy1zZXJ2aWNlLzNiMTRkZWE2MTBhZWI5ZTg4YmRiODQwOTNiMjc5MDRjLmpwZw==?image_id=77119f5d-274d-460e-9ff5-92282baa70e3" alt="Feb 4, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Miami forward AJ Casey (0) and Miami guard Wooga Poplar (55) celebrate with teammates after the game at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. Miami won 78-74. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports" title="Feb 4, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Miami forward AJ Casey (0) and Miami guard Wooga Poplar (55) celebrate with teammates after the game at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. Miami won 78-74. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports" /> Recent Performance Analysis The Hurricanes have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. In their last game against Florida State Seminoles, they faced a tough 80-65 defeat despite rallying back with 40 points in the second half. The team struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 24 percent of their three-point attempts and overall shooting at 37 percent from the field. However, they demonstrated resilience by drawing fouls and capitalizing on free throws, converting them at a rate of 70 percent.

In contrast, during an away game against Virginia Tech Hokies, Miami showcased their offensive prowess but narrowly lost with an 85-86 scoreline. Their shooting was significantly improved, boasting a field goal percentage of 59 and an effective field goal percentage of 66. The team also excelled in paint scoring with 40 points but fell short by just one point.

Another notable performance came against Boston College Eagles where despite leading by as much as 19 points and showcasing strong defensive efforts with nine blocks and seven steals, they couldn't maintain their lead and succumbed to a late surge by Eagles ending in a 68-78 loss.

Looking Ahead As we approach this crucial game against Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Coral Gables' Watsco Center on January 11th at 5:15 PM EST broadcasted on The CW network; it's clear that Miami needs to leverage its home-court advantage effectively. Improving three-point accuracy will be crucial for Miami if they wish to overcome Wake Forest's defense. Additionally, maintaining consistency throughout both halves will be key to securing victory.

Fans can expect an intense battle where every possession counts. With both teams eager to climb up the rankings within this competitive landscape; strategy adjustments mid-game could very well determine who comes out on top.

Remember to tune into this exciting matchup and share your thoughts about our team's performance across social media platforms!

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