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FAMU doesn’t have to dominate rebounds, but it can’t be buried. Everyone has to box out, especially against Southern’s depth.
Scouting Southern:
Southern brings a more athletic, aggressive style – and the Jaguars’ numbers reflect a team that gets to the rim and thrives in transition.
Southern’s identity
- Strong at getting to the line.Southern ranks 1st in the SWAC in free-throw attempts (25.3 per game) and 1st in free throws made (18.1). That’s a steady scoring base even on off shooting nights.
- Relentless attacking style. The Jaguars average 23.4 points in the paint (2nd SWAC) and 16.8 fast break points (1st SWAC).
- Turnover margin.Southern is 2nd in the SWAC in turnover margin (+2.4).
- Depth. Southern has a deep rotation of players who can contribute.
Players to know
- PJ Byrd (16.8 ppg) – lead scorer and a dynamic playmaker.
- Chris Frempong (12.8 ppg; 7.2 rpg) – versatile forward who impacts both ends of the floor.
- Jalon Clark (11.3 ppg) – a key perimeter threat.
- Tyrone Lyons (9.8 ppg) – provides scoring punch off the bench.
- Derrick Griffin Jr. (7.1 ppg) – a solid role player.
Matchup keys vs. southern
- Limit easy points in the paint. Southern thrives on driving and finishing. FAMU must protect the rim and force contested shots.
- Control the tempo. Southern wants a fast-paced game. FAMU needs to dictate the speed and limit transition opportunities.
- Minimize fouls.Southern’s free-throw rate is a major advantage.FAMU must play disciplined defense and avoid unnecessary fouls.
- Rebound effectively. Southern’s offensive rebounding can create second-chance points. FAMU must box out and secure the boards.
Scouting Grambling State: Disciplined, Tough, and Built to Win Close
Grambling State brings a more controlled, disciplined style – and the Tigers’ numbers reflect a team that defends, gets to the line, and wins possession battles.
Grambling’s identity
- Strong defensive backbone. Grambling ranks 2nd in the SWAC in scoring defense (72.1) and 2nd in 3-point percentage defense (32.3). They contest, rotate, and force tough looks.
- gets to the stripe. The Tigers are 2nd in the SWAC in free-throw attempts (25.3 per game) and 2nd in free throws made (18.1). That’s a steady scoring base even on off shooting nights.
- Solid offensive efficiency.Grambling shoots 45.7% from the field (3rd SWAC) and posts a top-2 SWAC effective FG% (.519).
- Competitive in turnover battles. Grambling is positive in turnover margin and forces plenty of miscues (15.47 turnovers forced, 3rd SWAC), which matters against a FAMU team that has had turnover challenges.
players to know