Longwood Lancers Aim for Fifth Consecutive Road Victory Against Radford

The Longwood Lancers will face off against the Radford Highlanders on January 18, 2024, as they strive to extend their impressive four-game road winning streak. Currently, the Lancers hold a record of 13-5 overall and 4-1 in the Big South Conference, while the Highlanders stand at 11-9 and 3-2 in the same conference.

Longwood’s recent performance is noteworthy, especially considering their strong showing against Big South opponents. They rank fourth in the conference, averaging 35.1 rebounds per game, with Otaifo Esenabhalu leading the team with an impressive 8.6 rebounds per game. In contrast, Radford has been solid at home, boasting a 7-2 record on their court this season.

As both teams prepare for this matchup, the statistics reveal significant differences in scoring. The Lancers average 79.4 points per game, which is 18.0 points more than the 61.4 points that Radford allows their opponents. The Highlanders, on the other hand, score an average of 63.6 points per game, slightly under the 65.2 points that Longwood concedes.

Key Players to Watch

For Radford, Ellie Taylor has been a consistent performer, averaging 5.9 points per game. However, it is Joi Williams who has stepped up recently, scoring an average of 16.9 points over the last ten games.

On the other side, Longwood relies on the talents of Amor Harris, who averages 12.5 points per game. Malea Brown has also been impactful, contributing 13.6 points, along with four assists and 2.5 steals in the past ten games.

Recent Performance Overview

In their last ten games, Radford has posted a record of 6-4, averaging 67.8 points and 38.7 rebounds per game. They have also recorded an average of 14.4 assists, 8.2 steals, and 2.8 blocks, while shooting at a rate of 37.5% from the field. Opponents have averaged 62.6 points against them during this stretch.

Meanwhile, the Lancers have excelled with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, averaging 79.9 points and 36.0 rebounds. Their performance includes an impressive 15.8 assists, 11.7 steals, and 2.3 blocks per game, shooting 43.4% from the field. Their opponents, during this span, have averaged 67.0 points.

With both teams poised for an exciting contest, fans can expect a competitive game as the Lancers and Highlanders meet for the first time this season in conference play. The outcome could have significant implications for both teams’ standings in the Big South Conference.