Hofstra takes a 1-1 record to Tempe on Tuesday to face undefeated Arizona State, seeking to rebound from a two-point loss at Princeton. The Pride will need to contain senior forward Paulius Murauskas, who scored 33 points in the Sun Devils’ latest win. The teams have never met.

By the Numbers
  • Hofstra: 1-1; Arizona State: 2-0.
  • Murauskas scored 33 points on 13-of-18 shooting against Northern Colorado.
  • Hofstra fell to Princeton, 60-58, after leading by 9 with 1:31 left.
Yes, But

Hofstra showed its scoring depth in a 97-51 season-opening win, with five players reaching double figures. But it couldn’t hold its late lead against Princeton, while Arizona State has opened with two home wins.

What's Next

Hofstra visits Arizona State Tuesday at 7 p.m. local time (9 p.m. ET). The game streams on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

The matchup tests whether Hofstra can turn its promising offensive depth into a full-game performance against an unbeaten opponent led by a surging scorer.