Can UAB Blazers Outshine Aztecs at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena?

As the University of Alabama at Birmingham Blazers prepare to face off against the San Diego State Aztecs, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Blazers have been on a tear lately, and their recent performance suggests they might just have what it takes to come out on top in this high-stakes game.

Looking back at the American Athletic Championship on March 17, UAB demonstrated a commanding presence against Temple Owls with an impressive 85-69 victory. Their offense was firing on all cylinders – shooting 49 percent from the field and an even more remarkable 42 percent from beyond the arc. The Blazers' defense wasn't too shabby either, racking up 13 steals and five blocks while keeping turnovers down to just eight.

The semifinal game against South Florida Bulls on March 16 further showcased UAB's offensive prowess as they tallied up a whopping 93 points. They maintained their shooting efficiency with a field goal percentage of 53 and were particularly dominant in the paint where they scored 42 points.

Even when faced with adversity in their quarterfinal matchup against Wichita State Shockers on March 15, UAB managed to secure a win despite shooting only 41 percent from the field. Their tenacity was evident as they fought for every rebound, matching Wichita State's total rebounds at forty each.

The upcoming game poses new challenges as SDSU is known for its strong defensive play. However, if UAB continues its trend of high-scoring games and tight defense – especially by capitalizing on turnovers which has been one of their strengths – there's no reason why they can't emerge victorious once again.

It will be crucial for UAB to maintain their assists turnover ratio which has been exceptional in recent games; it stood at an impressive ratio of over two assists per turnover in both championship rounds. This level of ball security and playmaking ability could be pivotal in breaking through SDSU's defenses.

Fans should mark their calendars for this thrilling encounter scheduled for March 22nd at noon local time (10:00 PT) at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. The game promises to be an electrifying display of collegiate basketball talent that can be watched live by supporters eager to see if the Blazers can continue blazing through opponents or if SDSU will halt their fiery run.