The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders (1-0) hit the court against the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks (1-0) on November 9, 2023.
On Monday, in its last game, SFA beat North American 96-68. With 13 points, Kimahri Wilson was its high scorer.
When is Middle Tennessee vs. SFA and when does it start?
This contest between the Blue Raiders and ‘Jacks is scheduled to tip off on Thursday, November 9, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 8:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Middle Tennessee vs. SFA
The Blue Raiders and ‘Jacks will take to the floor at Murphy Athletic Center for this matchup on November 9, and if you’d like to catch the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs. Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks Game Preview
Middle Tennessee Stats, Odds & Insights (2022-23)
Offensively, Middle Tennessee was the 210th-ranked squad in the nation (70.1 points per game) last year. On defense, it was 105th (67.8 points allowed per game).
Last year, the Blue Raiders recorded 70.1 points per game, only 0.1 more points than the 70.0 the ‘Jacks gave up.
Middle Tennessee made 6.9 3-pointers per game and shot 33.7% from beyond the arc last season, ranking 236th and 204th, respectively, in college basketball.
The Blue Raiders posted 72.2 points per game in home games last year, compared to 68.6 points per game in away games, a difference of 3.6 points per contest.
SFA Stats, Odds & Insights (2022-23)
SFA averaged 75.8 points per game (77th-ranked in college basketball) last year, while allowing 70.0 points per contest (174th-ranked).
The ‘Jacks averaged 8.0 more points per game last year (75.8) than the Blue Raiders gave up to opponents (67.8).
SFA made 6.3 three-pointers per game last year (292nd-ranked in college basketball), and it had a 38.2% three-point percentage (14th-best).
The ‘Jacks scored 75.1 points per game at home last season, and 78.4 on the road.
Blue Raiders Key Players (2022-23)
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Lawrence | 32 | 12.2 | 4.1 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.7 |
| Camryn Weston | 33 | 10.6 | 4.6 | 2.8 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 0.7 |
| DeAndre Dishman | 33 | 10.5 | 5.7 | 2.1 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Elias King | 33 | 9.3 | 4.0 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 1.7 |
| Teafale Lenard | 33 | 8.3 | 4.0 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 0.6 |
‘Jacks Key Players (2022-23
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadaidriene Hall | 30 | 13.1 | 6.8 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.1 |
| Latrell Jossell | 28 | 11.8 | 1.7 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 0.0 | 2.5 |
| Nigel Hawkins | 32 | 11.3 | 3.8 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 1.0 |
| AJ Cajuste | 32 | 9.8 | 2.6 | 4.3 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Roti Ware | 30 | 8.2 | 2.8 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 0.8 |
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