Preview: Alabama St at Cincinnati
The Battle of the Bench: Cincinnati vs Alabama St
In a matchup that promises to be a clash of styles, the Cincinnati Bearcats and Alabama State Hornets will face off in an anticipated battle that may just depend on which bench can outperform the other.
For Cincinnati, the Bearcats have been riding high on the back of Day Day Thomas' 13.3 points per game average, but their bench has been inconsistent at times. Kerr Kriisa's 4.4 assists per game is a testament to the team's outside shooting ability, but can they sustain it against Alabama State's stifling defense?
On the other hand, Alabama State has been led by the unstoppable Asjon Anderson, who has torched opponents for 18.8 points per game. His ability to create for himself and others from anywhere on the court is a major concern for Cincinnati's bench, which has struggled to keep pace.
But what about the X-factor? Both teams have made it clear that their benches are crucial to their success. For Cincinnati, it will be all about Kerr Kriisa's shooting range and Baba Miller's rebounding prowess. Meanwhile, Alabama State will rely on Jerquarius Stanback's defensive intensity and Asjon Anderson's scoring ability.
As we head into this matchup, the stakes are high for both teams. Cincinnati needs to show that their bench can keep up with Alabama State's potent offense, while the Hornets must prove they can contain the Bearcats' outside shooting.
In a game where form and trends may not be as important as they usually are, the battle of the benches is set to be the real story. Will it be a dominant performance from Cincinnati or a breakout show from Alabama State? One thing's for sure: this one will be a closely contested affair that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
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Cincinnati (2-3) | Alabama St (1-4)
Key Matchup Breakdown:
* Cincinnati's Day Day Thomas vs. Alabama State's Asjon Anderson
* Kerr Kriisa's shooting vs. Alabama State's stifling defense
* Baba Miller's rebounding vs. Jerquarius Stanback's defensive intensity
Anticipation is building... will the bench be the deciding factor?