San Diego State Aztecs Secure Victory at Amway Center Against Charleston Cougars
In a competitive face-off at the Amway Center, the San Diego State Aztecs emerged victorious over the Charleston Cougars with a final score of 63-57. The Aztecs now hold an impressive season record of 18-0, while the Cougars stand at 0-1.
The game was marked by intense competition, with four lead changes and an equal number of times tied. The San Diego State Aztecs demonstrated remarkable defensive skills, blocking seven shots compared to just two from the Cougars. Offensively, they were equally dominant in the paint, scoring 38 points against Charleston's 26.
The home team capitalized on their shooting opportunities more efficiently than their opponents. The Aztecs shot at a solid rate from within the arc, making half of their two-point attempts and finishing with an overall field goal percentage of nearly 43 percent. Despite struggling slightly from beyond the arc with only a 25 percent success rate for three-pointers, they managed to secure four crucial baskets from long range.
On defense, San Diego State was formidable; they out-rebounded Charleston by six boards totaling forty rebounds – thirty-one defensive and nine offensive – showcasing their ability to control both ends of the court effectively. Their tenacity also showed in forcing turnovers; although committing fourteen themselves, they limited Charleston to sixteen points off turnovers while scoring eight points off turnovers created.
Charleston's performance was highlighted by their free throw accuracy as they made approximately 84 percent of shots taken from the line but struggled elsewhere on offense with only a little over one-third success rate in field goals made and just above twenty percent for three-pointers.
Looking ahead for fans of San Diego State Aztecs basketball: The team is scheduled to play against Furman Paladins at Amway Center in Orlando on March 18th at noon Eastern Time (9 AM Pacific Time). This upcoming game will be broadcast nationally on CBS where fans can tune in to support their team as they continue their journey through this exciting season.