San Diego State Aztecs Secure a Narrow Victory against Fresno State Bulldogs at Save Mart Center
In a closely contested conference game, the San Diego State Aztecs emerged victorious over the Fresno State Bulldogs with a final score of 45-43. The Aztecs now hold a record of 21-0, while the Bulldogs stand at 0-1.
The San Diego State Aztecs displayed resilience on defense with six blocks and ten steals contributing to their win against the Bulldogs. Despite shooting only 33 percent from the field and making just half of their free throws, they managed to keep their turnovers low at twelve for the game. The team's effort in rebounding was evident as they collected thirty-four rebounds, including eight offensive boards which led to five second-chance points.
Offensively, it was a tough night for both teams; however, the three-point shooting was a silver lining for the Aztecs as they converted five out of eleven attempts from beyond the arc – an impressive 46 percent success rate. Their points in paint totaled twenty-two, showcasing their ability to score inside despite facing stiff resistance from Bulldog defenders who blocked three shots and grabbed thirty-eight rebounds.
The Bulldogs had an efficient night inside with two-point field goals falling at a rate of 52 percent but struggled mightily from three-point range where they made only two out of twenty-six attempts – just eight percent accuracy. They capitalized on turnovers better than their opponents by scoring eleven points off turnovers compared to eight by San Diego State.
A key aspect that worked in favor of San Diego State was their ball distribution which resulted in nine assists; although this number is modest, it reflects how crucial each assist was in such a low-scoring affair. The team's defensive pressure forced fourteen Bulldog turnovers and limited them to eighteen points in the second half after allowing twenty-five in the first.
Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup as San Diego State prepares to host Colorado State Rams at Viejas Arena at Aztec Bowl on February 21st at 8:00 PM local time (11:00 PM Eastern Time). This upcoming game will be broadcasted nationally on CBS Sports Network channel two hundred twenty-one for those looking forward to watching another intense battle unfold on court.