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Aztecs Set to Defend Home Court Against San Jose State Spartans

As the San Diego State Aztecs prepare to host the San Jose State Spartans at Viejas Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying encounter. The Aztecs have been on a formidable streak, showcasing their prowess in recent games and leaving little doubt about their capabilities on the court.


Dec 21, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs forward Jaedon LeDee (13) celebrates with guard Lamont Butler (5) and forward Jay Pal (right) during the second half against the Stanford Cardinal at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

The last time the Aztecs graced their home court was against the New Mexico Lobos on February 17, where they secured a convincing 81-70 victory. Their performance was a testament to their offensive efficiency and defensive solidity; they shot an impressive 57 percent from the field and 65 percent from inside the arc while also contributing six blocks defensively. With such statistics, it's clear that SDSU has found a rhythm that could prove challenging for any opponent.


Moreover, when facing off against Colorado State Rams just three days earlier at home, SDSU once again came out on top with a score of 71-55. Dominating both ends of the floor, they managed to out-rebound CSU by an astounding margin of 46-24 and maintained strong shooting percentages across all fronts.


However, it would be remiss not to consider SDSU's away game against Nevada Wolf Pack on February 10. Despite falling short in overtime with a final score of 66-70, there were positive takeaways for SDSU; notably their free throw accuracy stood at an excellent rate of 85 percent. This resilience and ability to perform under pressure will undoubtedly serve them well in upcoming matches.


The Spartans should not be underestimated though – they bring their own set of skills and tenacity into this match-up. Yet based on recent performances by both teams and considering how well-rounded SDSU has been playing – especially at home – it seems likely that fans will witness another display of strength from the Aztecs.


Looking ahead to February 27 at Viejas Arena in San Diego (zip code:92182), where tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM local time (Pacific Time Zone), fans are encouraged to join in support as SDSU aims to continue its winning ways. For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network channel number is available nationally).

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