Clash at Amway Center: San Diego State Aztecs to Face Furman Paladins
As the San Diego State Aztecs prepare to face off against the Furman Paladins at the Amway Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game, scheduled for March 18th, promises to be a thrilling encounter in Orlando's premier basketball venue.
The Aztecs have been showing formidable form lately. In their recent match on March 16th against the Cougars, they secured a victory with a score of 63-57. Their defensive prowess was on full display as they racked up an impressive seven blocks and four steals, contributing significantly to their win. Offensively, they were just as strong with a solid field goal percentage of 43 percent and dominating points in the paint totaling 38.
Comparing statistics from past performances gives us insight into how these teams might fare against each other. The Aztecs' ability to control rebounds was evident when they outrebounded their opponents by six in their last game. This rebounding strength has been consistent; for instance, during their match-up on March 11th against the Aggies – which ended narrowly with a score of 62-57 – SDSU managed an even more impressive total rebound count of 45.
On offense, SDSU has shown versatility but also some areas that could use improvement. While their two-point shooting has been reliable (50 percent against the Cougars), there is room for growth beyond the arc where they shot only 25 percent in that same game.
The Paladins will certainly not make it easy for them; however, SDSU's defense seems well-equipped to handle challenges posed by opposing offenses. With an assist-to-turnover ratio better than that of their opponents in recent games and a higher average number of blocks per game, it's clear that San Diego State can disrupt plays and create scoring opportunities from defensive efforts.
It is worth noting though that while SDSU’s defense appears robust enough to challenge any team’s offense including Furman’s attack strategy; fans should keep an eye on free throw performance where there is potential vulnerability given past percentages like the one seen during March 16th's contest (61 percent).
In conclusion, if recent trends are anything to go by – coupled with San Diego State's ranking advantage and overall statistical superiority – it would not be surprising if we witness another strong performance from them come game day.
Aztec supporters should mark their calendars for this exciting showdown at Amway Center set for tip-off at noon Eastern Time on March 18th. Fans unable or unwilling to travel can catch all action live nationally broadcasted on CBS.