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Clash at Save Mart Center: San Jose State Spartans vs Fresno State Bulldogs in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the San Jose State Spartans prepare to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs at the Save Mart Center, fans are looking forward to what promises to be an enthralling encounter in women's basketball. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 7th, has all the makings of a classic.


Fresno State Bulldogs VS San Jose State Spartans

The Spartans have had a challenging season thus far. Their recent performance on January 6th against the Air Force Falcons saw them fall short with a final score of 64-77. Despite their best efforts and a strong fourth quarter where they outscored the Falcons by four points, it wasn't enough to secure victory. This pattern was also evident in their December 31st game against Boise State Broncos where they were defeated 62-73 and even more so on December 29th when they faced Nevada Wolf Pack and could only muster up 47 points to Nevada's dominating 64.


However, it would be unwise to count out SJSU just yet. The team has shown sparks of brilliance, particularly in their third-quarter performances where they've consistently ramped up their scoring. Against Boise State Broncos, SJSU managed an impressive surge with 24 points in the third quarter alone – showcasing their potential for explosive play.


The Bulldogs will certainly not make it easy for them though. As hosts and rivals within the conference, Fresno State will look to capitalize on SJSU's recent struggles while defending home court advantage at Save Mart Center – a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere that can rattle visiting teams.


Spartan fans should watch closely as key players from SJSU attempt to harness that third-quarter energy right from tip-off and maintain it throughout all four quarters of play. It is this consistency that could very well turn around their fortunes as we progress deeper into the season.


With strategic adjustments and focused execution on both ends of the court, there is still time for SJSU to pivot this campaign towards success starting with this crucial matchup against FRES.


For those loyal Spartan supporters eager to witness whether San Jose can rebound from recent setbacks or if Fresno will hold firm at home – mark your calendars! The game is set for January 7th at Save Mart Center in Fresno; tip-off is at 2:00 PM local time (5:00 PM ET). Unfortunately for those who cannot attend in person, no broadcast networks have been announced yet; however staying tuned through local listings or streaming services may provide viewing options closer to game day.

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