As the Utah State Aggies prepare to face off against the San Diego State Aztecs at Viejas Arena, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends and statistics will play a significant role. The Aggies have shown a robust performance in their past games, indicating that they are on an upward trajectory.

Jan 25, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; Utah State Aggies forward Dan Akin (30) dunks the ball during the second half against the San Diego State Aztecs at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

In their last encounter against East Tennessee State Buccaneers, the Aggies secured an impressive victory with 80 points to the Buccaneers' 65. This win was marked by efficient shooting from both inside and beyond the arc, with field goal percentages of 46 and three-point percentages of 33. Their free throw percentage stood at 67, which could be crucial in close game situations.

The defensive efforts were equally commendable; they managed to block two shots and steal six times from their opponents. The team's ability to convert turnovers into points was evident as they scored ten points off turnovers.

Jan 25, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; Utah State Aggies center Trevin Dorius (32) shoots the ball over San Diego State Aztecs forward Nathan Mensah (31) during the second half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Another notable performance came against the San Francisco Dons where despite a lower shooting percentage of 30 from the field, they managed to clinch a narrow win with 54 points due to their strong defense that led them to twelve steals and converting those into eighteen crucial points off turnovers.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Utah State as evidenced by their matchup with Santa Clara Broncos where they lost narrowly by two points in an offensive showdown that ended with an 84-82 scoreline. Despite this loss, there were positives such as maintaining a high assists turnover ratio of approximately two and showcasing long-range capabilities with a three-point shooting percentage of around 39.

Jan 25, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Adam Seiko (2) looses control of the ball while defended by Utah State Aggies guard Steven Ashworth (3) during the first half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

The upcoming game is set for February 3rd at Viejas Arena in San Diego – known for its vibrant atmosphere which could influence both teams' performances. Fans can catch this exciting matchup live on FOX at local time (20:30). With recent wins under their belt and statistical strengths in key areas such as assists turnover ratio and point conversions from turnovers, Utah State Aggies will look forward to continuing their winning momentum while adapting strategies for any challenges posed by playing away from home.

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