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Can Colorado State Rams Outmaneuver San Jose State Spartans in Upcoming Showdown?

As the Colorado State Rams prepare to face off against the San Jose State Spartans, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from their recent performances. The Rams have shown a remarkable ability to control games, as evidenced by their impressive 82-73 victory over Air Force on March 9th. In that game, they dominated the first half with a strong offensive showing and maintained their lead throughout.


Feb 9, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; San Jose State Spartans guard Alvaro Cardenas (13) drives to the net as Colorado State Rams guard Josiah Strong (3) guards in the first half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

The statistics speak volumes about CSU's capabilities. With an 88 percent success rate in two-point attempts and a solid 66 percent overall field goal percentage against Air Force, they've proven that they can be efficient and ruthless in front of the basket. Their points in the paint stood at an imposing 34, showcasing their ability to penetrate defenses effectively.


However, it wasn't just offense where CSU shone; defensively, they were just as formidable. They managed five blocks and three steals while committing only eight turnovers – a testament to their disciplined play style.


Feb 9, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams guard Isaiah Stevens (4) controls the ball against San Jose State Spartans guard Garrett Anderson (1) as forward Joel Scott (1) screens in the second half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at another recent game on March 2nd against Wyoming Cowboys at Moby Arena, CSU demonstrated resilience by securing a win with a score of 70-62 despite trailing at halftime. Their second-half performance was pivotal as they outscored Wyoming by two points which ultimately led them to victory.


One area where CSU could improve is their three-point shooting accuracy which was only at 35 percent against Air Force and even lower at 25 percent when playing Wyoming. This could be crucial when facing SJSU who might exploit any weaknesses from beyond the arc.


Feb 9, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; San Jose State Spartans guard Alvaro Cardenas (13) controls the ball as forward Diogo Seixas (23) screens Colorado State Rams guard Josiah Strong (3) in the second half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

The upcoming match is not just another game; it's an opportunity for CSU to assert dominance within conference play and solidify its position as one of the top contenders. The Spartans will undoubtedly come prepared but based on past performances; it's clear that CSU has both the talent and strategy to overcome challenges on court.


Fans should mark their calendars for this exciting matchup scheduled for March 13th at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas starting at 2:30 PM local time (Mountain Time Zone). Those unable to attend can catch all the action live via internet broadcast on MW Network – ensuring no one misses out on what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these two competitive teams.

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