In a highly anticipated matchup, the Kennesaw State Owls (6-3) will face off against the Georgia State Panthers (4-4) in Atlanta on Friday at 7 p.m. EST. Georgia State will be looking to bounce back from a recent 105-76 loss to the Kentucky Wildcats, where Cesare Edwards played a standout game, scoring 21 points.
The Panthers have been strong at home so far this season, boasting a perfect 3-0 record. They are currently ranked sixth in the Sun Belt, averaging 75.4 points per game while shooting 44.7% from the field. On the other hand, the Owls have struggled on the road, with a 0-1 record away from home. Kennesaw State is ranked seventh in the CUSA, shooting 32.8% from 3-point range.
When it comes to shooting accuracy, Georgia State has a clear advantage, making 44.7% of their shots compared to Kennesaw State’s opponents’ shooting percentage of 38.1%. Additionally, the Owls average 9.1 made 3-pointers per game, which is slightly higher than what Georgia State typically gives up.
Key players to watch in this game include Zarigue Nutter, who is shooting 45.6% and averaging 17.4 points for the Panthers, and Simeon Cottle, who is shooting 37.5% and averaging 15.9 points for the Owls. This promises to be an exciting matchup between two competitive teams.
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