South Dakota State University will face off against Ball State for the first time on Sunday afternoon. Both teams are highly ranked in the mid-major poll, with Ball State in third place with 14 first-place votes and SDSU in eighth place with one first-place vote. SDSU has a record of 4-2, with wins over ranked opponents Creighton and Oregon, while Ball State holds a 5-2 record. The Jackrabbits recently defeated No. 21 Oregon 75-70, with Brooklyn Meyer leading the team with 21 points.
The teams are almost evenly matched in terms of scoring output, with Ball State averaging 72.7 points per game and SDSU averaging 70.5 points. Ball State’s defense is strong, holding opponents to 62.7 points per game, while SDSU allows 67.8 points.
Brooklyn Meyer leads SDSU with 17.5 points per game, followed by Haleigh Timmer with 12.8 points. Paige Meyer averages 11.0 points per game and contributes in assists and rebounds as well. Mesa Byom, who made her first start of the season against Oregon, adds 7.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.
The game is expected to be a competitive matchup between two top mid-major programs. Both teams have strong offenses and defenses, making it a game to watch. Ball State’s head coach Brady Sallee has a strong home record, and SDSU will look to continue their success against tough competition. The game promises to be an exciting showdown between two talented teams.
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