Marshall Men’s Basketball Prepares for Key Games
The Marshall University Men’s Basketball team is gearing up for two crucial matchups. They’ll face Georgia Southern on Saturday, followed by a home game against South Alabama on Monday.
The game against Georgia Southern starts at 8:30 p.m. in Statesboro. On Monday, the team will host South Alabama at 7 p.m. in Huntington.
How to Watch:
For those interested in tuning in, you can catch the Georgia Southern game on ESPNU and the South Alabama game on ESPN+. Live stats for both games are available on StatBroadcast.
Recent Highlights:
- The team just pulled off an impressive win against Old Dominion, coming back from a 17-point deficit to win 81-79.
- Wyatt Fricks has been on fire, scoring 24 points and grabbing 13 rebounds in his latest game, marking his third double-double this season.
- Jalen Speer is a standout, leading the Sun Belt Conference (SBC) with 146 assists and currently sits 28th in the nation in that category.
- Matt Van Komen has been an incredible defensive force, ranking fifth nationally with an average of 2.64 blocks per game.
About Georgia Southern:
Georgia Southern is struggling, having lost their last three games, including a recent defeat to App State. They excel at drawing fouls, averaging 24.7 free-throw attempts per game. Their top scorer is Spud Webb, who averages 16.0 points.
Highlights on South Alabama:
The Jaguars are a tough opponent, known for their disciplined play. They commit the fewest fouls in the SBC, averaging just 11.9 per game. Leading their scoring is Chaze Harris with 17.8 points per game.
For More Insights:
According to the NCAA, trends show that teams excelling in defensive statistics tend to have greater success as the season progresses. Marshall, with its strong defensive plays, may capitalize on this as they approach important games.
Fans and players alike are excited for what promises to be thrilling contests. Keep an eye on how these matchups unfold as they could be pivotal in shaping the team’s standings in the conference.
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