News Summary
The Memphis Tigers women’s basketball team is gearing up for their final two home games of the 2024-25 season against Temple and Tulsa. Despite a challenging season, the Tigers aim to secure a better conference standing while celebrating their seniors during the upcoming matches. Fans are encouraged to show their support as the games promise thrilling basketball action.
Memphis Prepares for Grand Finale of Womenโs Basketball Home Schedule
Memphis, get ready to cheer on your beloved Memphis Tigers womenโs basketball team as they gear up for their last two home games of the 2024-25 season! If youโre looking for some thrilling basketball action, you wonโt want to miss these games. The excitement kicks off on Tuesday, February 25, at 7:00 PM against Temple, followed by a showdown with Tulsa on Saturday, February 29, at 2:00 PM.
Current Standing and Recent Performance
As it stands, the Tigers are riding a record of 7 wins and 19 losses overall, with a conference record of 5-10 in the American Athletic Conference (AAC). Last week was a mixed bag, with a solid 9-point victory over UAB but a tough 10-point loss to South Florida. Despite ranking 10th in the conference, the team is just one game shy of a three-way tie for seventh place. Theyโre also comfortably situated two games clear of the bottom four in the standings, which is significant for securing a coveted first-round bye in the upcoming conference tournament.
The Challenge Ahead: Temple Game
First up is the challenge of facing Temple. The Owls are coming into Memphis with a commendable record of 16-10 and 10-5 in the conference. Theyโre currently hot, riding a three-game winning streak, and they sit fourth in the conference rankings, a position that guarantees a double bye in the tournament. When these two teams met earlier this month, the Tigers fell to Temple with a final score of 74-66, making this match even more critical for Memphis.
Historically, the series has tilted in Templeโs favor, with Memphis having only 6 wins to their 13 losses. The Owls boast a standout player in Tiarra East, who leads her team with an average of 13.2 points per game. Notably, Temple is known for their defensive strategy, forcing an average of 19.2 turnovers in conference play, the highest in the league! Memphis will need to counter this effectively, as theyโve kept their own offensive turnovers relatively low, averaging 15.4 per game.
Aiming for Redemption: Tulsa Game
Following the game against Temple, the Tigers will take their talents on the court against Tulsa. This matchup will be especially significant, as Memphis is eager to shake off the loss they suffered earlier this season to the Golden Hurricane, a close game that ended 64-57. And for fans, thereโs double the reason to celebrate on February 29 โ not only will they get to see some exciting basketball, but theyโll also celebrate Senior Day.
Honoring the Seniors
Before the game against Tulsa, Memphis will honor its graduating players: Layken Cox, Quinzia Fulmore, DeeDee Hagemann, and Hannah Riddick. Itโs emotional to see these players take the court for the last time at home, and everyone is encouraged to come out and show their support!
Additionally, the halftime show on Senior Day will be one for the books, as the university will officially retire the jersey of Memphis alum Tamika Whitmore, an honor that adds to the celebratory aura of the event.
A Look at Tulsa
Currently, the Golden Hurricane holds a record of 14-13 and 8-7 in the AAC. They are just two games behind Temple for that coveted final double bye spot in the conference tournament. Leading the way for Tulsa is senior guard Delanie Crawford, who has been lighting it up this season with an impressive average of 17.3 points per gameโthe second-highest in the league!
Wrapping Up the Season
As the Memphis Tigers head into their final home games, the energy in the city is palpable. With the possibility of securing a first-round bye and the chance to honor their seniors, thereโs plenty to play for in this exciting week ahead. So mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and come out to support your Tigers as they look to finish their home schedule on a high note!
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