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Can the Aztecs Conquer the Bulldogs at Save Mart Center?

As the San Diego State Aztecs prepare to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs at Save Mart Center, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Aztecs have shown a mixed bag of results in their past few outings, with a nail-biting loss against Nevada's Wolf Pack in overtime (66-70) and a solid victory over Air Force's Falcons (77-64). Most recently, they secured an impressive win on home turf against Utah State's Aggies (81-67).


Jan 3, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State forward Jaedon LeDee (13) goes to the basket during the first half against Fresno State at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing these games reveals some key trends for the Aztecs. Despite falling short in Reno, they demonstrated resilience by pushing the game into overtime and maintaining a free throw percentage of 85 percent. Their two-point field goal percentage stood strong at 57 percent, but they struggled beyond the arc with only 16 percent from three-point range.


Against Air Force, San Diego State showcased an improved offensive performance with a remarkable 50 percent success rate from three-point territory and maintained efficiency from inside with a two-point field goal percentage of 52 percent. They also displayed defensive prowess by recording eight steals and five blocks.


Jan 3, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State forward Jaedon LeDee (13) warms up before the game against Fresno State at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

In their latest triumph over Utah State, the Aztecs continued to impress offensively with another high three-point shooting percentage of 45 percent and maintained consistency inside by shooting just under half of their two-point attempts successfully. Their rebounding was dominant as well; they outrebounded Utah State by nine boards.


The upcoming game presents an opportunity for San Diego State to capitalize on these strengths while addressing areas such as turnovers where there is room for improvement.


Jan 3, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Micah Parrish (3) fouls Fresno State Bulldogs guard Isaiah Hill (3) while shooting the ball during the second half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch this exciting matchup on February 24th at Save Mart Center in Fresno or tune into CBS Sports Network channel 221 to watch it unfold live. With tip-off scheduled for February 25th at 7:00 PM Pacific Time, will we witness another display of tenacity from the Aztecs?

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