Arkansas State Faces Troy Following Allen’s 20-Point Performance

Arkansas State Red Wolves will face off against the Troy Trojans in a highly anticipated matchup. The game is set for Saturday at 4:33 p.m. EST in Troy, Alabama. This meeting marks the first time these teams will clash in Sun Belt competition this season.

Recent Performance

Arkansas State, boasting a 14-3 overall record and 5-0 in the Sun Belt, is coming off an impressive 107-67 victory against the South Alabama Jaguars. D’Arrah Allen was a standout performer, scoring 20 points in that game.

Troy’s Home Advantage

The Troy Trojans hold a solid 12-3 record, with a 3-1 mark in the conference. They maintain an unbeaten home record of 6-0. Their offensive strategy has allowed them to average 15.6 fast break points, the highest in the Sun Belt.

Offensive Comparisons

• Arkansas State averages 79.9 points per game, ranking third in the Sun Belt.
• The Red Wolves shoot at 39.9% from the field.
• Troy allows an average of 67.1 points per game.
• Arkansas State scores 12.8 more points than Troy allows.
• Troy shoots 41.7% from the field, slightly lower than the 43.4% that Arkansas State permits.

Key Players

Several players are critical for both teams. For Troy, Fortuna Ngnawo leads with an average of 15.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 1.5 steals. Emani Jenkins has made significant contributions, scoring 13.1 points per game in the last ten contests. Mia Tarver from the Red Wolves averages 8.9 points, shooting 36.9% from beyond the arc.

On the other hand, Crislyn Rose has also been productive for Troy, averaging 12.9 points over the last ten games with an impressive shooting percentage of 44.8%.

Last Ten Games Overview

As the teams head into this critical matchup, both will look to maintain momentum and assert their dominance in the Sun Belt Conference. Fans can expect a competitive and high-scoring game between these two formidable opponents.