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Fresno State Bulldogs Narrowly Outscored at Save Mart Center Men's Basketball Showdown

In a closely contested game at the Save Mart Center, the Fresno State Bulldogs faced off against the Portland State Vikings in a non-conference men's basketball matchup. The final score read 75-72 in favor of the visiting Vikings, with both teams displaying remarkable effort throughout the game. The Bulldogs now stand with an even record, while the Vikings have added another victory to their tally.


Dec 1, 2023; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Fresno State Bulldogs center Eduardo Andre (35) looks to pass the ball against the Brigham Young Cougars during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

The Fresno State Bulldogs started strong in front of their home crowd but found themselves trailing by 13 points at halftime after Portland State put up 41 points to Fresno's 28. However, not deterred by the deficit, the Bulldogs fought back valiantly in the second half to outscore their opponents by a margin of 37-24. This impressive comeback forced an overtime period where both teams battled for supremacy.


During overtime, it was Portland State who managed to secure an additional 10 points against Fresno's seven, ultimately clinching their win. Despite falling short on the scoreboard, Fresno showcased a solid defensive performance with six blocks and seven steals throughout the game. Their offensive efforts were equally notable as they converted over half of their two-point attempts and scored a substantial 40 points from inside the paint.


The Vikings' statistics also painted a picture of determination and skill; they capitalized on second-chance opportunities with 22 points and effectively utilized turnovers scoring 19 points off them. Their rebounding was particularly strong as they grabbed a total of 45 rebounds including key offensive boards that contributed to their narrow victory.


As for individual performances from both sides – players stepped up when it mattered most but remained within team-oriented play which kept fans on edge until that final buzzer sounded marking Portland State’s triumph over The Bulldogs.


Looking ahead after this intense encounter at Save Mart Center, The Fresno State Bulldogs will be hitting road facing San Francisco Dons at War Memorial Gymnasium on December 22nd at 5:00 PM local time. Fans eager to follow The Bulldog’s next game can tune into ESPN+ for live coverage from San Francisco where another exciting college basketball matchup awaits them.

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