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San Jose State Spartans Set to Challenge Boise State Broncos at ExtraMile Arena

As the San Jose State Spartans prepare to face off against the Boise State Broncos, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying encounter at the ExtraMile Arena. The Spartans, coming off a thrilling victory over Santa Clara on December 21st with a score of 81-78, are looking to carry that momentum into their upcoming game.


Jan 3, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA; San Jose State Spartans guard Omari Moore (10) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Boise State Broncos at ExtraMile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

The statistics from their last few games paint a picture of a team that is both resilient and dynamic. Against Santa Clara, the Spartans showcased their offensive prowess by shooting an impressive 50 percent from the field and an even more remarkable 84 percent from the free-throw line. Their ability to capitalize on turnovers was evident as they scored 23 points off Santa Clara's mistakes.


Moreover, in their game against Montana on December 17th, despite falling short with a final score of 75-86, SJSU demonstrated tenacity. They managed to keep turnovers low at just five and maintained an assists turnover ratio of 3.2 – signs of disciplined ball-handling and strategic playmaking.


Jan 3, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA; San Jose State Spartans guard Alvaro Cardenas (13) dribbles the ball during the first half against the Boise State Broncos at ExtraMile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

The most recent home game against New Orleans on December 9th saw SJSU emerge victorious with an impressive scoreline of 87-82. The Spartans dominated in points in paint (48) and had a solid field goal percentage (52), indicating their efficiency inside as well as outside the perimeter.


However, it won't be all smooth sailing for SJSU; they're up against a formidable BSU side known for its own set of strengths. In BSU's last outing against Santa Clara University (SCU), they recorded similar stats: shooting at exactly half from both field goals and three-point range while also putting up strong numbers in assists (18) and rebounds (32). This suggests that SJSU will need more than just offensive firepower; they'll need defensive solidity too if they're going to come out on top.


Jan 3, 2023; Boise, Idaho, USA;  San Jose State Spartans guard Omari Moore (10) dribbles the ball during the first half agains the Boise State Broncos at ExtraMile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-USA TODAY Sports

With these factors in mind, it's clear that this matchup will likely hinge on which team can assert dominance inside while also taking care of the ball. For San Jose State fans hoping for another win under their belt – keep your eyes peeled for those key moments where precision meets opportunity.


The clash between San Jose State Spartans and Boise State Broncos is scheduled for February 21st at ExtraMile Arena in Boise at precisely 8:30 PM MST (7:30 PM PST). Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into Fox Sports 1 channel number two hundred nineteen where every dribble, pass, and shot will be broadcasted live nationally.

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