Can the Bulldogs Rebound After Lady Rebels Dominate at Save Mart Center?
The Fresno State Bulldogs faced a challenging encounter against the Lady Rebels, concluding with a 49-63 defeat. The Bulldogs now stand with an unenviable record, while the Lady Rebels improved their performance on the court. The game was marked by intense competition, but ultimately, it was the visiting team that managed to secure a decisive victory.
The Bulldogs entered their home venue, Save Mart Center, with determination but found themselves trailing early on. The first quarter ended 9-16 as they struggled to find their rhythm against a relentless Lady Rebels offense. Despite efforts to close the gap in the second quarter, both teams added 11 points each to their tallies. By halftime, it was clear that the Bulldogs needed to make significant adjustments.
In an attempt to turn things around after halftime, Fresno State managed to outscore UNLV in the third quarter with 16 points compared to UNLV's 21; however, this surge wasn't enough to change the tide of the game. The final period saw both teams battle hard on court; yet again though, UNLV outpaced Fresno State by scoring 15 points over Fresno State's 13.
Fresno State's shooting accuracy from within and beyond the arc stood at thirty-four and forty percent respectively—a stark contrast to UNLV's forty-four percent field goal rate and fifty-two percent success rate for two-point attempts. From free throws alone, Fresno State garnered five points at a fifty percent completion rate which paled in comparison with UNLV’s eighty percent accuracy yielding four points.
On defense and rebounding fronts too there were disparities: both teams blocked two shots each but when it came down rebounds collected throughout play - Fresno had twenty-eight while visitors amassed forty-four including fourteen offensive boards leading them score seven second-chance points matching their fast-break tally as well.
Despite these challenges faced by them during match-up one player stood out for her contribution – she made six three-pointers contributing significantly towards team’s total scoreline albeit not sufficient enough lead them victory against formidable opponents who also had five successful three-point shots alongside strong presence inside paint where they scored forty of sixty-three total point count.
Looking ahead now towards next challenge awaits Bulldog squad as they prepare face off Air Force Falcons Clune Arena located Colorado Springs February fourteenth scheduled tip-off time being six-thirty PM local time (Mountain Standard Time). Fans eager witness how team will perform can tune into broadcast or attend event person support players as strive bounce back from recent setback.