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Utah State Aggies Set to Battle Fresno State Bulldogs at Save Mart Center

As the Utah State Aggies prepare to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs at the Save Mart Center, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from a recent defeat. The Aggies, coming off a tough game on January 26 where they scored 75 points against San Diego State Aztecs' 85, are looking to tighten their defense and capitalize on their offensive strengths.


Mar 1, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Utah State Aggies center Trevin Dorius (32) celebrates a basket against the UNLV Rebels in the first half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

In that game, despite a strong second half where they outscored their first by 21 points, it wasn't enough to secure the win. The Aggies showed proficiency from two-point range with a solid shooting percentage of 64 percent but struggled from the free-throw line with only 60 percent accuracy. They also managed to gather an impressive total of 30 rebounds and contributed significantly in terms of assists with 16 for the game.


The upcoming match against Fresno presents an opportunity for redemption. The key for USU will be maintaining their shooting efficiency while improving at the charity stripe. Their last home victory over San Jose State Spartans on January 21 showcased what this team is capable of when things click into place – achieving a field goal percentage of nearly 54 percent and converting free throws at almost 70 percent accuracy.


However, turnovers have been a thorn in USU's side; they recorded double-digit turnovers in both mentioned games which could prove costly if not addressed. On defense, they'll need to be vigilant against Fresno's attack and work on reducing points allowed off turnovers.


The Bulldogs will certainly not make it easy for them; as hosts, they'll have the crowd behind them and will look to exploit any weakness in USU's armor. It’s crucial that Utah State brings its A-game right from tip-off if they want to leave California with a win.


Aggie fans should mark their calendars for January 29th when these two teams clash under the bright lights of Save Mart Center at midnight Eastern Time (ET). This pivotal conference matchup promises excitement and can be streamed live via MW Network online platform – an encounter you won’t want to miss!

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