Welcome basketball fans! Get ready for an exhilarating college basketball showdown as the Tarleton State Texans (5-2, 1-0 WAC) take on the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (2-6, 0-1 WAC). In this article, we'll dive into the game details, stats, and insights to give you a comprehensive preview of what to expect. Let's jump right in!
Game Details and Schedule
Find out when and where the Tarleton State Texans will face off against the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros.
The Tarleton State Texans (5-2, 1-0 WAC) will host the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros (2-6, 0-1 WAC) in an exciting college basketball matchup. The game is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 5:00 PM ET at Wisdom Gym in Stephenville, Texas.
Make sure to mark your calendars and don't miss this thrilling showdown between the Texans and the Vaqueros!
Stats Insights
Discover some interesting statistics and insights about the Tarleton State Texans and the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros.
When it comes to shooting accuracy, the Texans make 43.3% of their shots from the field this season, slightly lower than the 46.7% allowed by the Vaqueros' defense. However, Tarleton State has a perfect 2-0 record when shooting above 46.7%.
Another area to watch is rebounding. The Texans rank 219th in the country in rebounding, while the Vaqueros sit at 236th. Can Tarleton State capitalize on their advantage in this aspect of the game?
Additionally, the Texans average 68.7 points per game, while the Vaqueros allow 80 points. Tarleton State has won both games this season when scoring more than 80 points. Will they be able to replicate that success against UT Rio Grande Valley?
Tarleton State Home & Away Comparison
Take a closer look at how the Tarleton State Texans perform at home versus on the road.
When playing at home last season, the Texans averaged an impressive 80.8 points per game compared to 63.6 points per game on the road. This highlights their ability to thrive in front of their home crowd, scoring an average of 17.2 more points per contest.
Defensively, Tarleton State allowed only 60.6 points per game at home, while on the road, they gave up 74.3 points. The Texans also showed a significant difference in three-point shooting, making 6.3 three-pointers per game at home compared to 3.6 on the road, with higher accuracy at home (38.8%) compared to on the road (28.2%).
Tarleton State Upcoming Schedule
Get a glimpse of the upcoming games for the Tarleton State Texans.
Here are the next few games on the Tarleton State Texans' schedule:
- 11/20/2023: Austin Peay - W 66-59 - JSerra Pavilion
- 11/22/2023: CSU Bakersfield - W 59-40 - JSerra Pavilion
- 11/29/2023: @ SFA - W 68-66 - William R. Johnson Coliseum
- 12/2/2023: UT Rio Grande Valley - Wisdom Gym
- 12/5/2023: Hardin-Simmons - Wisdom Gym
- 12/12/2023: Sterling (KS) - Wisdom Gym
Stay tuned for these exciting matchups as the Texans continue their quest for victory!