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San Diego State Aztecs Set to Dominate at Clune Arena

The San Diego State Aztecs are gearing up for an electrifying showdown against the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena, promising a game filled with strategic plays and intense competition. With recent performances painting a vivid picture of what to expect, fans are on the edge of their seats as the scheduled date approaches.


Nov 6, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Micah Parrish (3) celebrates after a basket against the Cal State Fullerton Titans during the second half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing Past Performances


In their last game on January 14, 2025, against the Colorado State Rams, the Aztecs showcased their dominance on both ends of the court. With a final score of 75-60 in favor of SDSU, they demonstrated not just scoring prowess but also defensive solidity. The team's ability to convert points off turnovers was remarkable, tallying up to 22 points from this avenue alone. Their efficiency in scoring from both inside and outside the paint was evident as well; they made 60 percent of their attempts in the paint and maintained a respectable 36 percent from beyond the arc.


Contrastingly, when looking at Air Force's last outing against New Mexico Lobos where they scored only 38 points to New Mexico's 62, it’s clear that offensive struggles have been a thorn in their side. Their field goal percentage stood at a mere 31 percent with three-point shots dropping at an even lower rate of 25 percent.


What This Means for San Diego State


Given these statistics and recent form, it’s hard not to lean heavily towards predicting another commanding performance by San Diego State Aztecs. Their balanced attack coupled with robust defense gives them an edge over many opponents including Air Force Falcons whose inconsistency might be their downfall.


However, basketball is unpredictable and while stats give us insights into potential outcomes; determination, strategy adjustments during halftime breaks and player morale play significant roles too. The Falcons' home advantage at Clune Arena could also inject an extra layer of competitiveness into this matchup.


Looking Ahead


As we look forward to this clash on January 22nd at Clune Arena broadcasted live on CBS Sports Network starting from 10:30 PM EDT; fans should expect SDSU to leverage its strengths - converting turnovers into points efficiently while maintaining solid defense around the perimeter and under the basket.


For fans wanting to catch every dribble, pass and shot live; tuning into CBS Sports Network will ensure you don’t miss any action as these two teams battle it out on court aiming for victory but only one emerging triumphant – my bet is firmly placed on San Diego State Aztecs continuing their impressive run.


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