LIU Sharks vs. Chicago State Cougars: Clash in the NEC Tournament
The Long Island Sharks will face off against the Chicago State Cougars in the NEC Tournament. The Sharks have a strong record in NEC games, with 15 wins and 3 losses, and have shown prowess in rebounding. Greg Gordon leads the team in rebounds with an average of 5.6 per game.
On the other hand, the Cougars have struggled in NEC play with a record of 5 wins and 13 losses. They average 9.6 turnovers per game and have a 7-14 record when committing fewer turnovers than their opponents.
In terms of scoring, LIU averages 74.1 points per game, slightly lower than the 76.0 points allowed by Chicago State. The Cougars average 65.5 points per game, while LIU gives up an average of 71.5 points to their opponents.
This will be the third meeting between the two teams this season, with LIU winning the previous matchup 73-56. Jamal Fuller and Stephen Byard were key players in that victory for LIU.
Key players to watch in this game include Fuller and Malachi Davis for the Sharks, and Braelon Bush and CJ Ray for the Cougars. Both teams have had mixed performances in their last 10 games, with the Sharks winning 8 out of 10 and the Cougars winning 5 out of 10.
In their recent games, the Sharks have been averaging 72.4 points, while the Cougars have been averaging 66.5 points. The Sharks have a higher shooting percentage at 49.9% compared to the Cougars' 42.3%.
It will be an exciting matchup between these two teams, and both will be looking to secure a win in the NEC Tournament. The game promises to be a competitive battle on the court.