Aggies Aim to Bulldoze Competition at Save Mart Center Showdown
As the Utah State Aggies prepare to face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs, fans are looking forward to what promises to be a riveting encounter at the Save Mart Center. The Aggies, coming off a recent game with an impressive 67 points against New Mexico's Lobos on January 11th, will be keen to maintain their scoring momentum.
In their last outing, the Aggies showcased a solid performance in both offense and defense. They dominated the rebounding game with a total of 49 rebounds and were particularly effective in blocking shots with 7 blocks. Their ability to score from inside the paint was evident as they racked up 38 points from such plays. However, despite these strong numbers, it was not enough for victory as they fell short by just four points in a close 71-67 loss.
The team's resilience will be tested once more when they go head-to-head with Fresno State. The Bulldogs' home advantage at Save Mart Center could play a significant role in this matchup; however, USU has shown that they can put up big numbers even when away from home.
One area where USU needs improvement is their assists-turnover ratio which stood at just 0.43 against New Mexico – an aspect of play that could prove crucial if they are to overcome Fresno State's defense. Additionally, while their three-point shooting percentage was reasonable at 31 percent during that game, there is room for improvement if they wish to stretch the Bulldogs' defense.
Looking back further into USU's season reveals some inconsistencies that might worry fans ahead of this important clash. A disappointing performance on January 6th saw them score only 54 points against San Jose State Spartans – well below what will likely be needed to secure victory over Fresno State.
Despite these concerns, there is cause for optimism among Aggie supporters. The team has demonstrated its ability to bounce back and adjust strategies effectively after setbacks – something that will undoubtedly serve them well as they prepare for this upcoming challenge.
With tip-off scheduled for January 13th at 3:00 PM (local time) in Fresno CA USA at Save Mart Center, fans can catch all the action live and support their team as USU looks to assert dominance over conference rivals and come out on top in this highly anticipated basketball showdown.