Clash at Thomas & Mack Center: San Jose State Spartans vs. San Diego State Aztecs
As the San Jose State Spartans prepare to face off against the San Diego State Aztecs at the Thomas & Mack Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Spartans, coming off a thrilling overtime victory against Nevada on March 9th with a score of 81-77, have shown they can maintain composure under pressure and deliver results.
The game against Nevada highlighted the Spartan's offensive prowess, as they shot an impressive 49 percent from the field and an outstanding 65 percent on two-point attempts. Their ability to control the paint was evident with 46 points scored in that area. Moreover, their defensive efforts cannot be overlooked; they managed to secure six blocks and six steals while keeping turnovers low at just six for the entire game.
In contrast, their performance on March 4th against Air Force Falcons was a tighter affair with a narrow win of 63-61. Despite shooting slightly lower overall at 47 percent from the field and experiencing more turnovers (12), their resilience shone through as they held onto their lead.
However, it's crucial to note that consistency in three-point shooting has been lacking for SJSU. In both games mentioned above, three-point percentages were below average – only making six out of twenty-five attempts against Nevada (24 percent) and seven out of twenty-four versus Air Force (29 percent). This is an area where SDSU could exploit if not addressed.
SDSU comes into this matchup as formidable opponents; hence SJSU will need more than just momentum from previous victories. They must tighten up their perimeter defense and improve beyond-the-arc shooting if they wish to overcome SDSU's challenge.
Looking ahead to this encounter between these two teams promises excitement and intensity given what's at stake – pride and progress in tournament standings. The Spartans' recent form suggests that they have what it takes to emerge victorious once again if they play to their strengths while addressing areas needing improvement.
Fans eager to support SJSU can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network channel 221 on March 11th at 7:30 PM PT in Las Vegas at Thomas & Mack Center.