Charleston Southern Challenges UT Martin Post Blaine’s 23-Point Performance
In a significant matchup, the Charleston Southern Buccaneers will take on the UT Martin Skyhawks in Martin, Tennessee, on Tuesday at 12 p.m. EST. This game holds importance as both teams are looking to improve their season records.
Recent Performance Analysis
Charleston Southern, currently at 5-4, faced a setback in their last game, losing 74-62 to the South Carolina Gamecocks. Brycen Blaine stood out in the matchup, scoring 23 points. The Buccaneers have struggled on the road, holding a 2-3 away record this season.
In contrast, the UT Martin Skyhawks, with a 5-2 record, have excelled at home, remaining undefeated in two home games. Their performance has been bolstered by their leading statistics in the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC), particularly in rebounding.
Statistical Insights
- Rebounding Leaders: UT Martin leads the OVC, averaging 38.6 rebounds per game, with Andrija Bukumirovic contributing significantly at 8.6 rebounds per game.
- Scoring Averages: The Skyhawks score an average of 76.9 points per game, slightly lower than the 79.7 points Charleston Southern allows.
- Three-Point Performance: Charleston Southern excels in long-range shooting, averaging 12.9 made three-pointers per game, a striking 6.9 more than the 6.0 average allowed by UT Martin.
Key Players to Watch
- Brycen Blaine: Leading scorer for Charleston Southern with an average of 23.3 points per game and contributing 8.2 rebounds.
- Andrija Bukumirovic: Key player for UT Martin, shooting 65.7% from the field and averaging 16.1 points.
- A’lahn Sumler: Another significant contributor for the Buccaneers, averaging 13.6 points and 5.9 rebounds.
- Ty Price: Adding depth to UT Martin’s scoring with an average of 4.2 points per game.
This upcoming game between Charleston Southern and UT Martin promises to be a competitive clash, highlighting two teams with different strengths. The Buccaneers will aim to leverage their offensive capabilities, while the Skyhawks will look to dominate in rebounding and home court advantage.
