As the Memphis Tigers prepare to face off against the Rice Owls at Tudor Fieldhouse, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a crucial role. The upcoming match on January 27th promises to be an engaging encounter in Houston.

The Memphis Tigers have had a mixed bag of performances leading up to this game. In their last three outings, they've experienced both ends of the spectrum with one win and two losses. Despite falling short against Mississippi State Bulldogs with 63 points to the Bulldogs' 81, they showed resilience by bouncing back against Southern Miss Lady Eagles with a narrow victory of 69-67. However, consistency remains elusive as they succumbed again in their most recent game against Columbia Lions by a score of 66-76.

Analyzing these past games reveals some concerning trends for the Tigers. Their field goal percentage has been wavering around the low forties, which indicates room for improvement in shooting efficiency. Additionally, turnovers have been an issue; although they managed an assists turnover ratio above one in two out of three games, it dipped below that mark against Southern Miss.

On a positive note, their three-point shooting saw an uptick during their win over Southern Miss where they shot approximately 39 percent from beyond the arc—a significant improvement that could be pivotal if sustained. Moreover, despite losing two out of three games recently, their fighting spirit is evident as they've kept scores relatively close and displayed moments of defensive tenacity with steals and blocks.

Tudor Fieldhouse could influence this upcoming game significantly; playing away from home always presents challenges such as unfamiliarity with the court and lack of home crowd support. The Tigers will need to adapt quickly and establish themselves early on if they wish to secure victory on Rice's turf.

Fans eager to follow Memphis's pursuit can catch all the action on January 27th at Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston at 8 PM local time. With both teams looking to assert dominance early into this year's calendar, it’s set up nicely for what should be an enthralling contest between these women’s basketball programs.

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