SMU Mustangs Aim to Extend Winning Streak Against Memphis Tigers

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18/02/2024 21h57

The SMU Mustangs are set to face off against the Memphis Tigers on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 4:00pm EST. SMU, coming off a five-game winning streak and boasting a 12-2 home record, will look to secure another victory in this AAC clash. On the other hand, the Memphis Tigers, with an 18-7 overall record and led by David Jones with 21.6 points per game, aim to bounce back from a recent road loss.

In their previous games, SMU defeated Tulane 87-79 on the road, while Memphis suffered a 76-66 defeat at the hands of North Texas. The Tigers own a 19-14 advantage in the all-time series between the two teams but have lost the last four meetings, including a 62-59 home defeat earlier in the season.

SMU, with an average scoring of 76.6 points per game, relies on top scorer Zhuric Phelps with 14.6 points per night. Memphis, averaging 80.2 points, turns to David Jones alongside Jahvon Quinerly and Nae'Qwan Tomlin for offensive contributions. The Mustangs showcase solid defensive capabilities, giving them an advantage heading into this contest.

With SMU as the favored team with a predicted spread of -4.5, the game promises to be an exciting battle between two competitive AAC squads. Fans can catch all the action as the Mustangs go head-to-head with the Tigers in a highly anticipated matchup this Sunday.

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