The UT Martin Skyhawks (17-12) will attempt to extend a seven-game winning streak when they take on the Tennessee State Tigers (19-8) at Skyhawk Arena. The game starts at 7:00 pm ET on Thursday, Feb. 25.
The Skyhawks were victorious over SIUE 68-51 in their last game. With 22 points and 13 rebounds, Myles Taylor recorded his fifth double-double this season. The Tigers are coming off a 61-46 win over Jacksonville State in their last outing. Marcus Roper shot 6 for 8 and led in scoring with 15 points.
Over the last five games, Twymond Howard and Taylor have played at a high level for the Skyhawks. During that stretch, Howard has averaged 21.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 0.8 steals. Not to be outdone, Taylor has put up 16.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 steal, and 1.0 block.
Notes
The Tennessee State Tigers have a defensive rating of 98.0 (ranked 57th), while the UT Martin Skyhawks have an offensive rating of 107.2 (ranked 138th).
Tennessee State has an average field goal percentage of 45.6%. UT Martin is an even 6-6 when opponents have a similar or higher field goal percentage.
The UT Martin Skyhawks rank lower for their field goal percentage (180th) than they do for their effective field goal percentage (148th), but the Tennessee State Tigers have a better FG% ranking (99th) than eFG% ranking (151st).
On average, UT Martin makes 5.9 steals per game. Tennessee State has a winning 14-5 record when it gives up at least 5 steals.
