Can Fresno State Bulldogs Maintain Momentum at Provident Credit Union Event Center?
The Fresno State Bulldogs emerged victorious against the San Jose State Spartans with a final score of 69-57. The Bulldogs now stand with an impressive record, while the Spartans' record reflects their struggle to keep pace. The game, held at the Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, saw a turnout of 3,284 spectators.
The Bulldogs showcased a solid performance on both ends of the court. They managed to secure 39 rebounds and executed 17 assists throughout the game. Their defensive efforts were notable as well, with five steals and one block contributing to their dominance over the Spartans. Offensively, they were efficient in capitalizing on turnovers, scoring 14 points off turnovers.
Fresno State's shooting accuracy was key in securing their lead; they made nine out of twenty-four three-point attempts which translates to a commendable thirty-eight percent success rate from beyond the arc. Inside the paint was another story of success for them as they scored twenty-six points. Additionally, second-chance points were crucial for Fresno State's offense as they added ten more points to their tally from such opportunities.
On the other hand, despite being outperformed by Fresno State in several aspects of the game, San Jose State did manage some noteworthy statistics themselves. They had a slightly higher total rebound count at forty-two and excelled particularly in fast break situations where they scored eleven fast break points compared to Fresno's four.
However, it wasn't enough to counteract Fresno's offensive push; notably so when considering field goal percentages where San Jose shot thirty-nine percent against Fresno’s forty percent from field goals overall.
Looking ahead for fans of The Bulldogs: The team is scheduled for an away game against Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena located in Colorado Springs on February 10th at 12:00 PM Pacific Time. This encounter can be watched live via MW Network online broadcasts for those who wish to follow along and support their team remotely.