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Can the San Jose State Spartans Outmaneuver Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena?

As the San Jose State Spartans gear up to face the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward the momentum from their recent performances. The upcoming clash on January 13th promises to be a test of strategy and skill for both teams.


Mar 4, 2023; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; Air Force Falcons dancers perform in the second half against the San Jose State Spartans at Clune Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

The Spartans have shown resilience in their past games, despite a narrow loss against the 19th ranked Aztecs with a final score of 78-81 on January 10th. Their scoring was consistent across both halves, and they boasted an impressive free throw percentage of 92 percent. However, personal fouls and turnovers were areas where they fell short compared to their opponents.


In contrast, during their game against Boise State Broncos on January 6th, SJSU demonstrated defensive prowess with five blocks and eight steals but struggled from beyond the arc with only a 26 percent success rate for three-pointers. Despite these challenges, they managed to maintain an aggressive pace throughout the game.


Mar 4, 2023; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; Air Force Falcons dancers perform in the second half against the San Jose State Spartans at Clune Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

SJSU's away performance against Wyoming Cowboys on January 3rd showcased their ability to dominate defensively with seven blocks and two steals but highlighted some offensive shortcomings as they lost by a slim margin of two points in a close-fought battle that ended at 73-75.


Looking ahead to facing AFA, it is crucial for SJSU to capitalize on its strengths while addressing weaknesses exposed in previous matchups. The Falcons' home advantage at Clune Arena could pose additional challenges for SJSU; however, if they can leverage their high free throw accuracy and improve ball handling by reducing turnovers, there's potential for an upset.


Mar 4, 2023; Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA; San Jose State Spartans guard Omari Moore (10) drives to the net against Air Force Falcons forward Beau Becker (14) in the first half at Clune Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

The key matchup will likely hinge on whether SJSU can contain AFA's offense while exploiting any defensive gaps. With strategic adjustments and focused execution, there is reason for Spartan fans to remain optimistic about securing a victory away from home.


As we count down towards tip-off time at Clune Arena set for 6:30 PM MST (Mountain Standard Time), Spartan supporters should mark their calendars. For those unable to attend in person in Colorado Springs, you can still catch all the action live via internet broadcast networks such as MW Network. Don't miss out as SJSU seeks triumph over AFA in what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these conference rivals.

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