The Troy Trojans (22-13, 14-6 Sun Belt) will face off against the North Dakota State Bison (21-11, 11-6 Summit) in the National Invitation Tournament on Monday at 8 p.m. EDT in Fargo, North Dakota. The Bison have a strong record of 11-6 against Summit teams and are fourth in the conference in rebounding, with Avery Koenen leading the team with 7.8 boards per game. The Trojans, on the other hand, have a 14-6 record in Sun Belt play and excel when they win the turnover battle.
North Dakota State averages 69.2 points per game, slightly lower than the 72.1 points Troy gives up. Troy has a slightly better field goal shooting percentage at 42.2% compared to North Dakota State’s opponents’ average of 41.9%. In their previous matchup this season, Troy came out on top with an 86-69 victory.
Key performers to watch include Marisa Frost and Koenen for the Bison, and Zay Dyer and Brianna Jackson for the Trojans. In their past ten games, North Dakota State has gone 6-4, averaging 69.0 points per game, while the Trojans have been 7-3, averaging 82.4 points.
This highly anticipated game between Troy and North Dakota State promises to be an exciting matchup, with both teams looking to advance in the National Invitation Tournament. Stay tuned for an intense battle on the basketball court.
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