Horizon League Showdown: Robert Morris Colonials vs. Milwaukee Panthers Preview
The Milwaukee Panthers (8-17, 4-10 Horizon) will face off against the Robert Morris Colonials (15-8, 8-6 Horizon) in a Horizon League matchup in Moon Township, Pennsylvania on Saturday at 2 p.m. EST. Robert Morris has a strong 8-3 record on their home court and leads the Horizon League in rebounding with an average of 36.0 boards per game, with Eva Levingston leading the team with 6.2 rebounds.
On the other hand, the Milwaukee Panthers have struggled in Horizon League play with a 4-10 record. They allow an average of 66.9 points to opponents while being outscored by 6.5 points per game. Robert Morris averages 65.1 points per game, slightly less than the 66.9 points allowed by Milwaukee. In contrast, Milwaukee averages 60.4 points per game, slightly more than the 59.7 points allowed by Robert Morris.
This will be the first meeting between the Colonials and Panthers in Horizon League play this season. Key players to watch include Eva Levingston for Robert Morris, averaging 8.1 points and 6.2 rebounds, and Myriam Traore, who has been averaging 13.2 points over the last 10 games. For the Panthers, Jorey Buwalda is a standout player, averaging 12.5 points and nine rebounds, while Grace Lomen has been averaging 12.5 points over the last 10 games.
In their last 10 games, the Colonials have a 5-5 record, averaging 64.3 points, 34.0 rebounds, 12.9 assists, 5.8 steals, and 2.4 blocks per game. They have shot 42.3% from the field while holding their opponents to an average of 63.2 points per game. The Panthers, on the other hand, have a 4-6 record in their last 10 games, averaging 61.7 points, 32.8 rebounds, 13.1 assists, 5.2 steals, and 2.4 blocks per game. They have shot 40.9% from the field while allowing their opponents to score an average of 68.9 points.
In conclusion, the upcoming matchup between the Robert Morris Colonials and the Milwaukee Panthers promises to be an exciting game between two Horizon League teams with contrasting strengths and weaknesses. Fans can expect a competitive battle on the court as both teams look to secure a crucial victory in conference play.