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The Numbers:
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Probable Starting Lineups:
Texas Tech | Ht. | Wt. | Pos. | Yr. | PPG | RPG | APG |
John Roberson | 5-11 | 165 | G | So. | 14.1 | 3.4 | 5.9 |
Alan Voskuil | 6-3 | 181 | G | Sr. | 13.6 | 4.5 | 2.2 |
Michael Prince | 6-7 | 208 | F | Sr. | 3.8 | 3.2 | 0.8 |
D'Walyn Roberts | 6-7 | 194 | F | So. | 7.3 | 4.7 | 0.7 |
Robert Lewandowski | 6-10 | 240 | C | Fr. | 5.4 | 3.3 | 0.8 |
Texas A&M | Ht. | Wt. | Pos. | Yr. | PPG | RPG | APG |
Donald Sloan | 6-3 | 205 | G | Jr. | 11.6 | 3.7 | 3.2 |
Derrick Roland | 6-4 | 185 | G | Jr. | 5.4 | 2.3 | 1.7 |
Josh Carter | 6-7 | 200 | G/F | Sr. | 12.9 | 4.2 | 1.7 |
Bryan Davis | 6-9 | 240 | F | Jr. | 10.2 | 6.0 | 0.9 |
Chinemelu Elonu | 6-10 | 233 | C | Jr. | 10.3 | 7.4 | 0.2 |
Keys to the Game:
- Push Offensively: Let's be clear, I'm not advocating just running up and down the court, but I don't think it's any secret that TAMU has struggled somewhat with their offense and it may not be a bad idea to pressure the Aggies offensively to keep pace with Texas Tech. And yes, I can hear RoyalsReview snickering (shoutout).
- Rebounding Edge: I would have bet a lot of money that TAMU was averaging more rebounds than Texas Tech, but that's not the case. Considering the way that the Red Raiders crashed the boards against Mizzou, I think this could be a big key going forward.
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Turning It Around: I'm not willing to say that if Texas Tech can win this game, they'll turn the season around, but both of these programs are desparate for a win and although I think the Aggies are more talented, I think both of these teams are comparable as these programs are in a state of flux. Win today and you've done a lot for
your programthe season.
GO RAIDERS . . .
*Stats can be found at Ken Pomeroy: K.P. Rank = the Ken Pomeroy Rank; Offensive Efficiency = the national rank in terms of points scored per 100 possessions; Defensive Efficiency = the national rank in terms of points allowed per 100 possession. Numbers in parentheses are national rank.