San Luis Obispo,California; Saturday,5 pm EST
Aggies Face mustangs in search of Conference Win
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UC Davis aims to continue its success against Big West opponents while Cal Poly seeks to break an eight-game losing streak.
- Cal Poly has lost eight consecutive games entering Saturday’s matchup.
- UC Davis boasts a 9-3 record against Big West conference teams.
- The Aggies allow 7.4 three-pointers per game, while the Mustangs average just 4.1 made shots from beyond the arc.
- This is the first conference game between the two teams this season.
cal Poly enters Saturday’s game against UC Davis on a frustrating losing streak, having dropped their last eight contests. The game, set to tip off at 5 pm EST in San Luis Obispo, California, presents a notable challenge for the Mustangs, who currently hold a 3-19 overall record and a 1-11 mark within the Big West conference.
Mustangs Struggle at Home, on the Boards
The Mustangs have found success difficult to come by at home, posting a 3-7 record in their own gym. Rebounding has also been an area of concern for Cal Poly, ranking ninth in the Big West with an average of 30.9 rebounds per game. Charish Thompson leads the team in rebounding, averaging 5.4 boards per game.
Aggies Aim to Maintain Conference Dominance
In contrast, UC Davis has been a force within the Big West, compiling a 9-3 record against conference opponents. The Aggies are eighth in the conference in offensive rebounding, averaging 8.0 per game, with Megan Norris leading the way at 2.2 offensive rebounds per game.
What’s the key difference in shooting between these two teams? Cal Poly makes an average of 4.1 three-pointers per game,a figure 3.3 shots lower than what UC Davis typically concedes. UC Davis averages 69.3 points per game,3.6 fewer than the 72.9 points Cal Poly allows.
Player Performances to Watch
Vanessa McManus is a key player for the Mustangs, shooting 33.0% from beyond the arc and averaging 18.7 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. Thompson has also been a consistent performer, shooting 44.2% from the field and averaging 13.4 points over her last ten games.
For the Aggies, Avery Sussex is a threat from long range, averaging 2.4 made three-pointers per game while scoring 11.5 points and shooting 37.2% from beyond the arc. Megan Norris has been a dominant force averaging 13.9 points, 14.2 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks over her last ten games.
Recent Form
The Mustangs have struggled recently, going 1-9 over their last ten games, averaging 55.8 points, 32.4 rebounds, 10.3 assists, 7.1 steals, and 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 36.7% from the field. Opponents have averaged 70.5 points during that stretch.
The Aggies, meanwhile, have been in strong form, going 7-3 over their last ten games, averaging 67.0 points, 38.0 rebounds, 14.0 assists, 7.0 steals, and 2.5 blocks per game while shooting 39.3% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 63.3 points.
Did you know? This matchup marks the first conference game between UC Davis and Cal poly this season, adding extra importance to the outcome for both teams.
