Spartans Set to Host Broncos at Provident Credit Union Event Center in Men's Basketball
As the San Jose State Spartans gear up to face the Santa Clara Broncos at the Provident Credit Union Event Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 20th at 7:00 PM local time, promises to be a thrilling encounter in Men's Basketball.
The Spartans come off an impressive victory against the New Orleans Privateers on December 9th. With a final score of 87-82, their performance was nothing short of dominant. The team showcased their offensive prowess by shooting an outstanding 52 percent from the field and an even more impressive 65 percent from two-point range. Their defense wasn't far behind either, with nine steals contributing to a solid defensive effort.
One cannot overlook the exceptional ball movement that led to 21 assists for SJSU; this facet of their game will be crucial against SCU. Additionally, they capitalized on turnovers scoring 19 points off them and outpaced their opponents with fast break points standing at 14.
However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for SJSU in recent games. A closer look reveals some areas of concern that could be exploited by SCU if not addressed promptly. In their match against North Dakota State Bison on December 5th which went into overtime before SJSU fell short by five points (78-83), they struggled beyond the arc hitting only about 22 percent of three-point attempts.
Moreover, during their clash with Montana Grizzlies on December 2nd where they were defeated with a scoreline of 58-75, turnovers were a glaring issue as they gave up possession sixteen times leading to eleven points for MONT.
The Broncos should not be underestimated as they bring their own set of strengths to this matchup. They will likely aim to capitalize on any Spartan turnovers and could pose a significant threat from downtown if SJSU's perimeter defense falters.
Spartan fans should expect an intense battle but can take solace in knowing that when it comes down to crunch time, SJSU has shown resilience and tenacity – qualities that could very well tip the scales in what is expected to be a closely contested game.
Mark your calendars for December 20th; tip-off is at precisely ten minutes past seven o'clock PM PST at Provident Credit Union Event Center located right here in San Jose. For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live on NBCS-BA channel number six hundred ninety-six – don't miss what promises to be another exciting chapter in college basketball!