DePaul men’s basketball is set for an exciting match against Buffalo on Tuesday, November 11, at Wintrust Arena. The game starts at 7 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN+. Fans can also listen via Sirius XM or the DePaul Blue Demons App.
This game is special as it’s DePaul’s Salute to Service night, honoring veterans with a pre-game flag ceremony. Veterans interested in participating can sign up by contacting dpumarketing@depaul.edu.
Recent Performance
DePaul comes into this game with a 2-0 record. Last Friday, they defeated Stonehill 72-64. CJ Gunn was the star, scoring 28 points—a career high—and also contributed six rebounds, four assists, and three steals. This performance marked the highest points for a Blue Demon since Umoja Gibson in December 2022.
Player Highlights
NJ Benson had a remarkable start to the season, earning a spot on the BIG EAST Honor Roll. He is the first player since 2009 to have double-doubles in the first two games. In addition to his scoring, Benson had six blocks against Stonehill and an impressive shooting percentage of 77.8%. This defensive strength has helped DePaul rank in the top 20 nationally for blocks per game.
Buffalo’s Outlook
Buffalo also holds a 2-0 record, with wins against Southern Miss and Green Bay. In their recent 83-76 win over Green Bay, Derrick Talton Jr. and Daniel Freitag made significant contributions, scoring 21 and 20 points, respectively. The Bulls are known for their strong free-throw strategy, having taken 41 free throws in that game. Buffalo’s head coach, George Halcovage III, is in his third season, and the team is led by standout players Ryan Sabol and Noah Batchelor.
This matchup is only the second time these two teams have faced each other. Buffalo leads the series 1-0 after winning 74-69 in their first meeting back in December 2019.
DePaul will continue its home stand against Northwestern on Friday, November 14, at 7:30 p.m. on truTV.
Insights and Trends
Recent sports analyses show that teams who capitalize on free throws often have higher win percentages. A study indicated that teams with efficient free-throw strategies can improve their chances of winning games, especially in tight matches. Players like Talton Jr. and Freitag can help Buffalo leverage this strategy effectively.
As fans gear up for this season, social media buzz around college basketball has been growing. Fans on platforms like Twitter are excited to see how DePaul’s young talents will develop throughout the season, especially in high-stakes games like this one.
For further insights into the current state of college basketball, check out this report from the NCAA.
Overall, the upcoming game promises to be an engaging match with both teams looking to maintain their undefeated status.
