Did San Diego State Aztecs' Defense Seal the Fate of Fresno State Bulldogs at Viejas Arena?

The San Diego State Aztecs improved their record to 12-3 with a decisive victory over the Fresno State Bulldogs, who now stand at 8-7. The final score was 71-52, showcasing the Aztecs' dominance on their home court at Viejas Arena.

First Half

The first half saw the Aztecs establish an early lead, scoring 36 points against the Bulldogs' 21. Magoon Gwath played a pivotal role in this period, contributing significantly to both offense and defense. His presence in the paint was felt as he helped secure rebounds and block shots, setting a strong defensive tone for SDSU.

Second Half

In the second half, SDSU maintained their momentum by adding another 35 points to their tally. Reese Dixon-Waters emerged as a key player during this period with his impressive shooting accuracy and ability to drive through Fresno's defense. The Aztec Nation witnessed an effective team effort that resulted in a total of 17 assists throughout the game.

Defensive Prowess

The defensive strategy employed by SDSU was instrumental in limiting Fresno's scoring opportunities. With five blocks and nine steals recorded by SDSU players like Jeremiah Oden and Miles Heide, they effectively stifled any attempts by Fresno to close the gap. The Red Wave struggled with turnovers throughout both halves, committing a total of 17 which were capitalized on by SDSU for additional points.

As part of our post-game report San Diego State Aztecs analysis reveals that while both teams had equal steals (9), it was SDSU’s superior rebounding (48 total) that gave them control over possession more frequently than not—an aspect where they outperformed FRES significantly (35 rebounds).

Looking ahead after this comprehensive win detailed in our San Diego State Aztecs vs Fresno State Bulldogs full match report: fans can catch their next game against Wyoming Cowboys scheduled for January 14th at Arena-Auditorium in Laramie; tip-off is set for 8:00 PM EDT on CBS Sports Network.

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