Men's Basketball News and Notes - December 17

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• ‘Tis the season for some Sun Belt men’s basketball as all 12 teams are in action leading up to Christmas Day. This week’s schedule features 19 games with 10 of those slated for live coverage.

• Through the first six weeks of the season, Sun Belt teams have combined for a 44-10 record (.815) on their home hardwoods in non-conference contests. All 12 teams boast winning records with Appalachian State (4-0), Texas State (4-0), Coastal Carolina (4-0), Louisiana (3-0), Arkansas State (3-0), Georgia State (3-0) and ULM (3-0) all undefeated at home.

• Texas State’s 10-1 start equals the second-best start in school history. The Bobcats also began the 1952-53 season with a 10-1…