Can the Bulldogs Rebound Against Spartans at Provident Credit Union Event Center?

As the Fresno State Bulldogs prepare to face off against the San Jose State Spartans, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from a string of challenging games. The upcoming clash at Provident Credit Union Event Center is more than just another game; it's an opportunity for redemption.

The Bulldogs have had a rocky road recently, with their last game on December 23 against the San Francisco Dons ending in a 57-77 defeat. Despite putting up a strong first half with 34 points, FRES couldn't maintain momentum and only added 23 points in the second half. Their field goal percentage stood at 44 percent and they struggled beyond the arc, hitting just 17 percent of three-point attempts. With an assist-to-turnover ratio of only 0.33, it was clear that ball handling and shot selection were issues that needed addressing.

However, there's reason for optimism when looking back at FRES's home game on December 19 against Portland State Vikings. Although they lost in overtime with a final score of 72-75, there were notable improvements. The Bulldogs showed resilience by tying the game ten times and changing leads seven times throughout this nail-biter. They improved their field goal percentage to 46 percent and dominated in points in paint with a total of 40.

In another home performance on December 16 against Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners, FRES emerged victorious with a scoreline of 61-58 – showcasing their defensive prowess by limiting CSB to just five fast break points while scoring fourteen themselves.

The key takeaway for Bulldog fans is that despite recent setbacks, there are clear areas where FRES excels – particularly inside scoring and defensive stands during crucial moments.

Looking ahead to February's matchup against SJSU Spartans presents both challenge and opportunity for Fresno State Bulldogs. To secure victory away from home soil will require tightening up three-point shooting accuracy which has been lackluster as evidenced by past performances.

Spartan fans should not rest easy either; if FRES can leverage its strengths effectively – such as high two-point field goal percentages (68 percent against CSB) – then an upset could very well be on the cards come game night.

Supporters should mark their calendars for February 7th when these two teams collide under San Jose lights at Provident Credit Union Event Center starting at 7:00 PM PST (3:00 AM GMT). The action will be broadcasted live on NBCS-BA channel number six hundred ninety-six ensuring no one misses out on what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these fierce competitors.