Wednesday, February 1
Las Cruces, New Mexico
8:00 p.m.
Stephen F. Austin
at
New Mexico State
SFA Going for Season Sweep against the Aggies
1/31/2023 9:57:00 PM | Men's Basketball
Stephen F. Austin at New Mexico State
Date: Wednesday, February 1st
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Live Stream: ESPN+
Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Stadium: Pan American Center
Series: 4th Meeting (SFA leads 2-1)
LAS CRUCES, NM - The Stephen F. Austin men's basketball program heads to New Mexico State looking to keep the momentum going and get on top of the WAC standings.
Lumberjacks Statistical Analysis
SFA is in a three-way tie for second place in the WAC standings, half a game behind 8-2 Utah Valley.
The Lumberjacks hold onto the top spot in the country of turnovers forced per game with 19.27. The 'Jacks have forced 20 or more turnovers in three out of the last five games and have yet to get less than 11 turnovers forced a game. They also are ranked 9th in the nation in steals per game with 9.6.
Sadaidriene Hall continues to lead the way for the Lumberjacks in the paint, leading the team with a 59.3% field goal percentage, 13.0 points per game, and 140 total rebounds.
Latrell Jossell had another outstanding performance from the three-point line against the Redhawks and leads the team in all the three-point categories, going 48-for-113 on the season (42.5%).
A Look at the Aggies
To say the Aggies have struggled in the WAC is putting it lightly, as they have started conference play 0-9 and find themselves at the bottom of the WAC standings. The Aggies head into the match against SFA on a nine-game losing streak and have yet to have found a win against a conference opponent.
Deshawndre Washington remains only one of twenty players in the country to record a triple-double, and the only player in the WAC to accomplish that feature. Watch for him to be a threat in the paint as he dominates the rebound category with 148 total rebounds this year.
Xavier Pinson was a problem for SFA last time around, dropping 20 points against the Lumberjacks back in early January. He's made exaclty one-third of his shots from beyond the arc this season going 40-for-120. Pinson leads the team with 13.2 points per game, an 87% free-throw percentage, 94 assists, and 31 steals.
Last Match Against the Aggies: Lumberjacks Roll Past New Mexico State to Stay Undefeated in Conference (1/4/23)
Stephen F. Austin defeated New Mexico State 69-60 to win their fifth consecutive game and 13th consecutive regular season conference game. The Lumberjacks improve to 11-5 (3-0) and the Aggies fall to 7-8 (0-3).
It was a strong defense outing for the Lumberjacks tonight and it started right from the get-go. After allowing an opening layup, the defense locked up and the 'Jacks went on an 11 point run and didn't allow the Aggies to score again for another seven minutes. As the first half continues, the Lumberjacks grew their lead all the way to 30-14 and everything seemed to be going their way. However, momentum seemed to switch sides as the Aggies cut the lead down to 31-24 and ended the half on a eight point run following a couple of three pointers from Xavier Pinson. The Aggie's ability to get the offensive rebounds played a major role in them getting back in the game as they were able to outscore the 'Jacks 11-3 in offensive rebounds in the first half.
Four minutes into the second half, the Lumberjacks were able to regain a double-digit lead over the Aggies, but then after a couple of consecutive deep three's and free throws, the Aggies found themselves behind by only one possession. That small point margin didn't last long as both Nana Antwi-Boasiako and Latrell Jossell nailed back-to-back three's to give the 'Jacks a comfortable lead once again. The biggest defensive highlight of the night came with 12:49 remaining on the clock when Jaylin Jackson-Posey, who was making his first game back from injury, threw up a monster block on DaJuan Gordon who was attempting to go for a dunk. The Lumberjacks were able to ride out most of the second half with a double-digit lead thanks to Jossell who was on fire beyond the arc, and made three additional three pointers. To put the cherry on top of the 'Jack's dominate performance, Nana recovered an offensive rebound within the last minute and threw down a powerful dunk to put the game away.
Sadaidriene Hall recorded his seventh game of scoring at least 15 points and lead the Lumberjacks with 18 points, along with four rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three blocks. Jossell dominated from deep, scoring 15 points on five three-pointers, four of them coming in clutch in the second half. Roti Ware put down his fifth double-digit scoring performance of the year, putting 11 points on the board as well as three rebounds and a team-leading four assists. Nana showed his range tonight and recorded ten points, five assists, and a block.
The Lumberjacks lead in the following statistical categories: field goal percentage (42.4-39.0), three point percentage (35.0-31.6), free throw percentage (63.2-53.3), blocks (6-3), fast break points (6-2), steals (7-3), points off turnovers (18-8), and second chance points (12-11).
Last SFA Match: Hall and Hawkins Both Record Double-Doubles in Statement Win over Seattle U
Stephen F. Austin defeated Seattle University 79-65 and takes down one of the top teams in the WAC. The Lumberjacks improve to 15-7 (WAC 7-2) and the Redhawks fall to 16-6 (WAC 7-2).
It was a much needed dominant victory for the Lumberjacks to get back the winning streak and reclaim their spot as one of the top teams in the WAC. It took two and half minutes for anyone to put any points on the board, but momentum eventually swung the 'Jack's way and they started off with a 10-3 run, thanks to some quick three's from Latrell Jossell and Jaylin Jackson-Posey. From there the Redhawks slowly clawed their way back and got the lead for a split moment, right before the Lumberjacks finished the last five minutes of the half with a 15-4 run and entered the half a 38-32 lead. In the half, Nigel Hawkins already posted nine points and nine rebounds. SFA as a whole went four-for-six beyond the arc in the first 20 minutes.
The second half was all Lumberjacks as they held the lead all through the half and didn't allow the Redhawks to get any major runs going. Within the first ten minutes of the second half, the 'Jacks went on a 14-4 run to grow their lead to double-digits. With roughly five minutes to go, Jossell hit a major three-pointer that got the whole crowd and bench up and roaring after having a questionable call by the referee go against him. It was the loudest this Coliseum has been all season long. The defense locked up from deep and didn't allow the Redhawks to make a single three-pointer in 12 attempts in the second half. The Lumberjacks finished the game making majority of their shots in the second half (15-for-26) and capped off one of their best team performances of the season.
Sadaidriene Hall and Nigel Hawkins both put together amazing games that resulted in a double-double for both of the players. Hall finished up with 15 points and ten rebounds, while Hawkins posted ten points and 12 rebounds. Jossell had one of his best performances beyond the arc tonight, going four-for-six from deep and tying Hall with the most points on the night with 15. Roti Ware had another solid outing going five-for-seven on the field with two three-pointers, equaling out 12 points on the game. AJ Cajuste was two points away from being the third double-double on the team, as he recorded eight points and ten assists.
The Lumberjacks had an overall great team performance as they led the Redhawks in: field goal percentage (53.4-37.1), three-point percentage (53.3-18.2), free-throw percentage (56.3-52.9), rebounds (43-37), assists (18-11), bench points (35-26), blocks (4-2), and fastbreak points (13-6).
Date: Wednesday, February 1st
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Live Stream: ESPN+
Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Stadium: Pan American Center
Series: 4th Meeting (SFA leads 2-1)
LAS CRUCES, NM - The Stephen F. Austin men's basketball program heads to New Mexico State looking to keep the momentum going and get on top of the WAC standings.
Lumberjacks Statistical Analysis
SFA is in a three-way tie for second place in the WAC standings, half a game behind 8-2 Utah Valley.
The Lumberjacks hold onto the top spot in the country of turnovers forced per game with 19.27. The 'Jacks have forced 20 or more turnovers in three out of the last five games and have yet to get less than 11 turnovers forced a game. They also are ranked 9th in the nation in steals per game with 9.6.
Sadaidriene Hall continues to lead the way for the Lumberjacks in the paint, leading the team with a 59.3% field goal percentage, 13.0 points per game, and 140 total rebounds.
Latrell Jossell had another outstanding performance from the three-point line against the Redhawks and leads the team in all the three-point categories, going 48-for-113 on the season (42.5%).
A Look at the Aggies
To say the Aggies have struggled in the WAC is putting it lightly, as they have started conference play 0-9 and find themselves at the bottom of the WAC standings. The Aggies head into the match against SFA on a nine-game losing streak and have yet to have found a win against a conference opponent.
Deshawndre Washington remains only one of twenty players in the country to record a triple-double, and the only player in the WAC to accomplish that feature. Watch for him to be a threat in the paint as he dominates the rebound category with 148 total rebounds this year.
Xavier Pinson was a problem for SFA last time around, dropping 20 points against the Lumberjacks back in early January. He's made exaclty one-third of his shots from beyond the arc this season going 40-for-120. Pinson leads the team with 13.2 points per game, an 87% free-throw percentage, 94 assists, and 31 steals.
Last Match Against the Aggies: Lumberjacks Roll Past New Mexico State to Stay Undefeated in Conference (1/4/23)
Stephen F. Austin defeated New Mexico State 69-60 to win their fifth consecutive game and 13th consecutive regular season conference game. The Lumberjacks improve to 11-5 (3-0) and the Aggies fall to 7-8 (0-3).
It was a strong defense outing for the Lumberjacks tonight and it started right from the get-go. After allowing an opening layup, the defense locked up and the 'Jacks went on an 11 point run and didn't allow the Aggies to score again for another seven minutes. As the first half continues, the Lumberjacks grew their lead all the way to 30-14 and everything seemed to be going their way. However, momentum seemed to switch sides as the Aggies cut the lead down to 31-24 and ended the half on a eight point run following a couple of three pointers from Xavier Pinson. The Aggie's ability to get the offensive rebounds played a major role in them getting back in the game as they were able to outscore the 'Jacks 11-3 in offensive rebounds in the first half.
Four minutes into the second half, the Lumberjacks were able to regain a double-digit lead over the Aggies, but then after a couple of consecutive deep three's and free throws, the Aggies found themselves behind by only one possession. That small point margin didn't last long as both Nana Antwi-Boasiako and Latrell Jossell nailed back-to-back three's to give the 'Jacks a comfortable lead once again. The biggest defensive highlight of the night came with 12:49 remaining on the clock when Jaylin Jackson-Posey, who was making his first game back from injury, threw up a monster block on DaJuan Gordon who was attempting to go for a dunk. The Lumberjacks were able to ride out most of the second half with a double-digit lead thanks to Jossell who was on fire beyond the arc, and made three additional three pointers. To put the cherry on top of the 'Jack's dominate performance, Nana recovered an offensive rebound within the last minute and threw down a powerful dunk to put the game away.
Sadaidriene Hall recorded his seventh game of scoring at least 15 points and lead the Lumberjacks with 18 points, along with four rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three blocks. Jossell dominated from deep, scoring 15 points on five three-pointers, four of them coming in clutch in the second half. Roti Ware put down his fifth double-digit scoring performance of the year, putting 11 points on the board as well as three rebounds and a team-leading four assists. Nana showed his range tonight and recorded ten points, five assists, and a block.
The Lumberjacks lead in the following statistical categories: field goal percentage (42.4-39.0), three point percentage (35.0-31.6), free throw percentage (63.2-53.3), blocks (6-3), fast break points (6-2), steals (7-3), points off turnovers (18-8), and second chance points (12-11).
Last SFA Match: Hall and Hawkins Both Record Double-Doubles in Statement Win over Seattle U
Stephen F. Austin defeated Seattle University 79-65 and takes down one of the top teams in the WAC. The Lumberjacks improve to 15-7 (WAC 7-2) and the Redhawks fall to 16-6 (WAC 7-2).
It was a much needed dominant victory for the Lumberjacks to get back the winning streak and reclaim their spot as one of the top teams in the WAC. It took two and half minutes for anyone to put any points on the board, but momentum eventually swung the 'Jack's way and they started off with a 10-3 run, thanks to some quick three's from Latrell Jossell and Jaylin Jackson-Posey. From there the Redhawks slowly clawed their way back and got the lead for a split moment, right before the Lumberjacks finished the last five minutes of the half with a 15-4 run and entered the half a 38-32 lead. In the half, Nigel Hawkins already posted nine points and nine rebounds. SFA as a whole went four-for-six beyond the arc in the first 20 minutes.
The second half was all Lumberjacks as they held the lead all through the half and didn't allow the Redhawks to get any major runs going. Within the first ten minutes of the second half, the 'Jacks went on a 14-4 run to grow their lead to double-digits. With roughly five minutes to go, Jossell hit a major three-pointer that got the whole crowd and bench up and roaring after having a questionable call by the referee go against him. It was the loudest this Coliseum has been all season long. The defense locked up from deep and didn't allow the Redhawks to make a single three-pointer in 12 attempts in the second half. The Lumberjacks finished the game making majority of their shots in the second half (15-for-26) and capped off one of their best team performances of the season.
Sadaidriene Hall and Nigel Hawkins both put together amazing games that resulted in a double-double for both of the players. Hall finished up with 15 points and ten rebounds, while Hawkins posted ten points and 12 rebounds. Jossell had one of his best performances beyond the arc tonight, going four-for-six from deep and tying Hall with the most points on the night with 15. Roti Ware had another solid outing going five-for-seven on the field with two three-pointers, equaling out 12 points on the game. AJ Cajuste was two points away from being the third double-double on the team, as he recorded eight points and ten assists.
The Lumberjacks had an overall great team performance as they led the Redhawks in: field goal percentage (53.4-37.1), three-point percentage (53.3-18.2), free-throw percentage (56.3-52.9), rebounds (43-37), assists (18-11), bench points (35-26), blocks (4-2), and fastbreak points (13-6).
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