In a highly anticipated matchup, the Charleston Southern Buccaneers will face off against the UT Martin Skyhawks on Tuesday at 12 p.m. EST in Martin, Tennessee. Both teams are coming off contrasting performances, with the Buccaneers (5-4) looking to bounce back after a 74-62 setback against the South Carolina Gamecocks, where Brycen Blaine led the scoring with 23 points.
The Skyhawks (5-2) have been impressive at home, showing a strong record of 2-0 and leading the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) in rebounding, averaging an impressive 38.6 boards per game. Key player Andrija Bukumirovic is notably contributing to this success, averaging 8.6 rebounds while also shooting 65.7% from the field and scoring 16.1 points per game.
On the other side, the Buccaneers have struggled a bit on the road with a 2-3 record away from home. Despite this, they are showing strength in playmaking, leading the Big South by averaging 18.7 assists per game—Blaine himself contributes significantly with 3.9 assists per game along with his stellar scoring average of 23.3 points and 8.2 rebounds.
On the offensive end, the Skyhawks are producing an average of 76.9 points per game, while the Buccaneers are allowing 79.7 points on average, which could be a deciding factor in the game. Charleston Southern has also been effective from beyond the arc, hitting approximately 12.9 three-pointers per game, a notable advantage over the 6.0 per game that UT Martin permits.
With standout players on both sides, this matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter, showcasing both teams’ potential and their respective keys to victory. Fans can expect a competitive atmosphere as the Buccaneers aim to regain momentum while the Skyhawks look to maintain their strong home performance.