Spartans Set to Clash with Bulldogs in Fresno Showdown
As the San Jose State Spartans prepare to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs at the Save Mart Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Spartans, coming off a decisive 70-53 victory over Cal State Northridge on December 18th, are looking to carry that momentum into their upcoming game.
In their last outing, SJSU demonstrated a robust defense and an aggressive offense. With 11 steals and four blocks, they disrupted CSN's flow and capitalized on turnovers, scoring 26 points off of them. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at an impressive 1.9, showcasing their ability to share the ball effectively.
The Spartans' shooting was also on point; they made 38 percent of their three-point attempts and maintained a free throw percentage of 78 percent. These numbers were significant improvements from their performance against Hawai'i on December 4th when they struggled with only a 27 percent success rate from beyond the arc and a free throw percentage of just 58 percent.
However, it's not all smooth sailing for SJSU. They will need to address the foul trouble that plagued them in their November 30th game against Cal State Fullerton where they committed an alarming number of personal fouls (24). This could be detrimental if repeated against FRES who might capitalize on such mistakes.
The Bulldogs will pose a formidable challenge; they have shown resilience in past games and have home-court advantage this time around. Yet if SJSU can maintain their defensive tenacity while keeping personal fouls in check, there is every reason to believe that they can emerge victorious once more.
Fans should expect another thrilling encounter as these two teams battle it out. The Spartans' recent performances suggest that when they play cohesively as a unit—sharing the ball on offense and remaining vigilant on defense—they are tough to beat.
Mark your calendars for February 17th at Save Mart Center where tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 PM local time (5:00 PM ET). For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live as it unfolds from Fresno – don't miss what promises to be an enthralling chapter in this ongoing rivalry!