Kennesaw State to Honor Former Coach with Special Matchup Against South Florida
Kennesaw, GA – November 16, 2024 – Kennesaw State University’s men’s basketball team will host the University of South Florida Bulls this Sunday at VyStar Arena, in a game carrying special significance as the program honors the memory of former coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, who passed away last October. The game, set to tip off at 2:00 PM EST, will feature both teams debuting new jerseys and a halftime recognition ceremony for Abdur-Rahim’s family. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN+.
this marks the first meeting between the Owls and the Bulls since the 2011-12 season. Kennesaw State enters the contest with a perfect 3-0 record - a program first at the Division I level - while South Florida boasts a 2-1 start to their season.
Key Storylines:
* Defensive Dominance: While known for their high-octane offense under Coach Al Pettway, Kennesaw state has surprisingly emerged as a defensive powerhouse. The Owls currently lead the nation in field goal defense (25.8%), scoring margin (+49.0 points per game), and rank fifth in scoring defense (53.7 ppg). They also excel in rebounding, sitting at No. 2 nationally (53.7 rpg) and eighth in rebound margin (+19.7).
* High-Scoring Potential: Despite their defensive focus, the Owls remain a potent offensive threat, ranking sixth in the nation with an average of 102.7 points per game. south Florida isn’t far behind, averaging 99.0 points per game (16th nationally), suggesting a possibly high-scoring affair.
* A Tribute to a Leader: The game serves as a poignant tribute to Amir Abdur-Rahim, whose legacy continues to inspire the Kennesaw State basketball program.
Game Details:
* Teams: Kennesaw state Owls (3-0,0-0 CUSA) vs. South Florida Bulls (2-1,0-0 american)
* Date: Sunday,November 16,2024
* Time: 2:00 PM EST
* Location: VyStar Arena,Kennesaw,GA (capacity: 3,805)
* TV: ESPN+ (Nolan Alexander,Brandon Johnson,Carolyne Harris)
Stay Connected:
* KSU Men’s Basketball on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/ksuowlsmbb
* KSU Men’s basketball on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ksuowlsmbb/?hl=en
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