Green Bay hosts SIU-Edwardsville following Taylor's 23-point game from

Green Bay Hosts SIU-Edwardsville Following Taylor's 23-Point Performance

Phoenix Aim to Continue Momentum After Comeback Win

The Green Bay Phoenix (3-0) aim to extend their winning streak to four games when they host the SIU-Edwardsville Cougars (1-2) on Saturday, November 12th, at the Resch Center. Green Bay is coming off a thrilling 79-74 comeback victory over the Milwaukee Panthers, led by sophomore guard Japannah Kellogg's team-high 18 points. Senior forward Caelan Ryan, who finished with 17 points and 10 rebounds, was also key in the win. Meanwhile, SIU-Edwardsville will look to bounce back from a 77-64 loss to the Valparaiso Beacons. Senior guard Ray'Sean Taylor, who scored a career-high 23 points in the defeat, has been the Cougars' leading scorer this season, averaging 16.3 points per game. Junior forward DeeJuan Pruitt has also been a consistent contributor, averaging 12.7 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.

Keys to the Game

1. Green Bay's Defense: The Phoenix held Milwaukee to just 38.2% shooting from the field, including 20% from three-point range, in their previous outing. Maintaining that defensive intensity will be crucial against an SIU-Edwardsville team that can score in bunches. 2. SIU-Edwardsville's Perimeter Shooting: The Cougars have struggled from three-point range this season, shooting just 29.2%, but they possess the potential to be a dangerous shooting team. Green Bay will need to contest every shot from beyond the arc and force SIU-Edwardsville to beat them from inside the paint. 3. Free Throw Shooting: Both teams have struggled from the free throw line this season, with Green Bay shooting 63.0% and SIU-Edwardsville shooting 64.7%. Making free throws could be the difference in a close game. 4. Tempo: Green Bay plays a fast-paced, up-tempo style that can tire out opponents, while SIU-Edwardsville prefers a slower pace. The Phoenix will need to push the tempo and force the Cougars to play at their own speed.

Prediction

Green Bay has been the more impressive team through the first three games of the season and will be playing at home. However, SIU-Edwardsville has the potential to be a dangerous opponent, especially if they can knock down shots from outside. The Phoenix will need to play a complete game on both ends of the floor to extend their winning streak. Predicted Score: Green Bay 75, SIU-Edwardsville 67