High Point Panthers to Face Winthrop Eagles in Big South Conference Clash
The High Point Panthers, boasting a record of 16-3 and 4-0 in the Big South Conference, are set to take on the Winthrop Eagles, who stand at 11-8 and 3-1 in the conference. The game is scheduled for Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. EST in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
In their most recent outing, High Point secured a narrow 84-82 overtime victory against the Charleston Southern Buccaneers, with a standout performance from Rob Martin, who scored 20 points. This win has contributed to the Panthers’ impressive unbeaten streak in conference play.
The Eagles have shown strength on their home court with a 7-1 record. However, they have struggled against teams with a winning record, managing only 5 wins in 12 such games. Winthrop’s field goal percentage stands at 44.7% this season, surpassing the 42.1% shooting percentage that High Point has typically allowed its opponents.
High Point, known for their defensive prowess, leads the Big South in points allowed per game, restricting opponents to an average of 68.5 points. They also excel in three-point shooting, averaging 9.5 successful shots from beyond the arc per game, which is slightly higher than what Winthrop typically concedes.
This matchup marks the first conference meeting this season between the Eagles and the Panthers, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the game.
Key Players to Watch
For the Eagles, Logan Duncomb has been a consistent performer, averaging 16.8 points and 8.3 rebounds per game. Kody Clouet has also been in good form, contributing 11.7 points per game over his last 10 appearances.
On the Panthers’ side, Conrad Martinez has been pivotal, averaging 11.6 points, 4.2 assists, and 1.5 steals per game. Additionally, Terry Anderson has been impressive, averaging 14.4 points in his last 10 games.
Recent Form
The Eagles have a 6-4 record over their last 10 games, scoring an average of 85.8 points and grabbing 42.5 rebounds per game. Despite their scoring prowess, they have allowed opponents to score an average of 70.9 points per game.
In contrast, the Panthers have been on an excellent run, winning 9 of their last 10 games. They have averaged 95.1 points per game, along with 36.4 rebounds, 18 assists, 10.5 steals, and 4.4 blocks, while their opponents have averaged only 65.5 points against them.
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The Associated Press compiled this report utilizing technology from Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
