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San Jose State Spartans to Battle Bellarmine Knights at Provident Credit Union Event Center in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the San Jose State Spartans prepare to host the Bellarmine Knights at the Provident Credit Union Event Center, fans are eager for what promises to be an enthralling encounter in women's basketball. The Spartans have had a rollercoaster season so far, but their resilience and tenacity on court cannot be underestimated.


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In their last game on November 7 against Santa Clara Broncos, the Spartans fell short by eight points, finishing with a score of 47 against the Broncos' 55. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways from their performance. The team showed a strong presence in the paint with 34 points and demonstrated defensive prowess with nine steals – matching that of Santa Clara. However, turnovers were a significant issue for SJSU as they gave up possession 26 times which translated into just one point off turnovers compared to Santa Clara's 22.


The upcoming game presents an opportunity for SJSU to tighten up their play and reduce errors. Their field goal percentage stood at approximately 43 percent against Santa Clara – better than many of their previous outings – suggesting that when they maintain possession, they can be efficient scorers.


Looking back further into the season provides additional context for SJSU’s potential trajectory. On March 6 during Mountain West - First Round - Game 2, they secured a convincing victory over Air Force Falcons with a score of 62-51. This win was characterized by balanced scoring across quarters and improved ball handling which should serve as a blueprint for success against Bellarmine.


The Knights come into this game with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. They will look to exploit any lapses in Spartan defense while being wary of SJSU’s ability to steal and convert defensively.


For San Jose State Spartans fans looking forward to this matchup, it is crucial that support remains unwavering as it could very well be the catalyst needed for the team’s success on home turf.


Mark your calendars: The face-off between San Jose State Spartans and Bellarmine Knights is scheduled for November 9 at Provident Credit Union Event Center starting at 5:00 PM local time (8:00 PM ET). Fans unable to attend can catch all the action from wherever they are since broadcast networks will cover this exciting game live.

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