In a highly anticipated matchup, the San Jose State Spartans (4-5) are set to host the Long Beach State Beach (2-8, 0-2 Big West) at 10 p.m. EST in San Jose, California. This game comes on the heels of the Spartans’ impressive 86-69 victory over the San Diego Toreros, where Adrian Myers led the team with a standout performance, scoring 20 points.
San Jose State has proven to be a solid contender on their home court, boasting a record of 3-1 in home games this season. One of their standout strengths is rebounding, as they rank fifth in the Mountain West Conference with an average of 33.6 rebounds per game. Yaphet Moundi has been pivotal in this area, leading the Spartans with 9.1 rebounds per game.
In contrast, Long Beach State has struggled significantly away from home, unable to secure a victory in their five games played outside of their home court. Their record against teams with winning records stands at a disappointing 1-6, which will pose a challenge as they face a determined Spartans squad.
Offensively, San Jose State averages 73.6 points per game, which is notably lower than the 77.1 points per game that the Beach allow their opponents. However, Long Beach State’s defense will be tested by San Jose’s consistent three-point shooting, as the Beach average 7.2 made three-pointers each game—just shy of the 8.2 they allow.
Key players to watch include Ben Roseborough for the Spartans, who is shooting an impressive 40.9% from beyond the arc with an average of 2.3 made three-pointers per game, contributing 10.6 points overall. Colby Garland has also been significant for San Jose State, with a shooting percentage of 54.3% and averaging 17.9 points.
For Long Beach State, Gavin Sykes is the standout performer, averaging 16.2 points per game, while Petar Majstorovic contributes with 13.1 points and 6.1 rebounds.
With the Spartans favored by 7 points at the BETMGM Sportsbook and an over/under set at 140.5, this matchup promises to be a compelling face-off as both teams vie for crucial early-season victories.
