Washington State Cougars Set to Battle Santa Clara Broncos at Footprint Center in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the Washington State Cougars prepare to face off against the Santa Clara Broncos at the Footprint Center, fans can anticipate a thrilling men's basketball game. The Cougars have been on an impressive winning streak, showcasing their dominance on their home court with a series of convincing victories.

In their recent matchups, the Cougars have demonstrated a strong offensive presence. They secured an 83-65 win over Grambling State Tigers with an outstanding 56 percent field goal shooting and a remarkable 50 percent from beyond the arc. Their ability to convert points in paint was evident as they scored 40 points, complemented by a high assists turnover ratio of 1.54.

The trend continued as they dispatched UC Riverside Highlanders with an 86-49 victory, where they excelled in two-point field goals at a rate of 62 percent and maintained high energy with another 17 fast break points. Their defensive prowess was also notable with six blocks and nine steals contributing to their dominant performance.

Against Portland State Vikings, although the scoreline was tighter at 71-61, Washington State still managed to shoot over half of their attempts successfully from the field and dominated inside by scoring half-century points in paint while blocking ten shots defensively.

The venue for this upcoming game could play a pivotal role; while away from home this time around, it will be interesting to see if Washington State can carry forward its momentum into Footprint Center—a neutral ground for both teams but one that promises an electric atmosphere come game day.

Fans eager to witness whether Washington State can continue its winning ways should mark their calendars for December 16th at 7:00 PM (UTC). The action will unfold live from Phoenix's Footprint Center and be broadcasted on Pac-12 Network.