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Colorado State Rams to Test Mettle Against San Jose State Spartans at Thomas & Mack

As the Colorado State Rams prepare to face off against the San Jose State Spartans, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The game is set at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, a venue that has witnessed many memorable basketball moments.


Feb 9, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams guard Nique Clifford (10) controls the ball as San Jose State Spartans guard Alvaro Cardenas (13) guards in the first half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Reflecting on last season's performance, the Rams showcased a solid game with impressive statistics that they will look to replicate and improve upon. With an average of 72.5 points per game and a true shooting percentage of 100 percent, their offensive prowess was evident. Their discipline in play was also notable with an average of only 16 personal fouls per game.


The team's ability to draw fouls and capitalize on them was unmatched as they boasted a free throw percentage of 100 percent. This skill will be crucial in close encounters where every point counts. Additionally, their two-point field goal percentage stood at 100 percent, indicating their efficiency inside the arc.


Feb 9, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; Colorado State Rams guard Nique Clifford (10) dunks the ball on a breakaway as San Jose State Spartans guard Alvaro Cardenas (13) and forward Tibet Gorener (5) look on in the first half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

On defense, Colorado State proved formidable with averages of 2.45 blocks and 5.67 steals per game last season – numbers that speak volumes about their defensive tenacity. However, maintaining possession will be key as they averaged around 11 turnovers per game; minimizing these will be essential against the Spartans' aggressive defense.


Rebounds were another area where Colorado State excelled with nearly 29 rebounds per game; controlling the boards could prove vital in dictating the pace against San Jose State.


Feb 9, 2024; Fort Collins, Colorado, USA; San Jose State Spartans guard Myron Amey Jr. (0) controls the ball as Colorado State Rams forward Joel Scott (1) guards in the second half at Moby Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

As we approach this clash of titans, fans can expect Colorado State Rams to leverage their statistical strengths from last season while addressing areas for improvement such as three-point shooting and turnovers which stood at zero percent and approximately ten respectively based on previous data trends.


The action unfolds on March 13th at Thomas & Mack Center starting from 2:30 PM local time (Las Vegas). Fans won't want to miss this matchup which can be watched live via MW Network online broadcast networks for those who cannot make it in person.

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