Desert Financial Arena Set to Host Clash Between Arizona State Sun Devils and San Francisco Dons

As the Arizona State Sun Devils prepare to face off against the San Francisco Dons at Desert Financial Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 3rd, promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Sun Devils come into this game with a mixed bag of performances that could sway opinions in either direction.

In their last outing on November 30th against the Bearkats, ASU demonstrated an offensive masterclass, putting up 78 points with a field goal percentage of 52 percent and dominating the paint with 50 points. Their two-point shooting was particularly impressive at a 63 percent success rate. This kind of offensive firepower will be critical when they meet the Dons.

However, it's not just about scoring; ASU also showed prowess on defense by racking up seven blocks and eight steals in their previous game. Their ability to convert turnovers into points was evident as they scored 18 points off turnovers against the Bearkats. If they can maintain this defensive intensity, it will put them in good stead for their next challenge.

The Sun Devils have had some inconsistencies though; looking back at their performance during the semifinals on November 24th against BYU Cougars reveals some cracks in their armor. They managed only 49 points that night – a stark contrast to their more recent showing – and struggled from beyond the arc with just a ten percent three-point shooting rate.

ASU's resilience is going to be tested by SF who come into this matchup looking to disrupt ASU's rhythm at home. The Dons' strategy should involve limiting ASU's chances inside while forcing them out to take more three-pointers – an area where they've shown vulnerability.

The key for ASU will be finding consistency in their play style and execution; if they can replicate or even improve upon their performance from November 30th rather than regress back to how things went down during those semifinals, then fans can expect an exciting home victory.

Sun Devil supporters should mark their calendars for December 3rd when these two teams collide at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe at precisely eight o'clock PM local time (8:00 PM). For those unable to attend in person, you won't have to miss out on any of the action as it will be broadcasted live on Pac-12 Network.