The Fresno State men's basketball team hosts Utah Valley on Saturday at 7 p.m. PT, looking to improve from a 2-2 start after a recent loss to UC San Diego. This marks the Bulldogs' first seven-game home stand in program history, with 73% of the roster being newcomers. Head Coach Vance Walberg, in his second season, aims to build off a challenging previous season with only two conference wins. In their last matchup, Fresno State narrowly lost to Utah Valley by four points in December 2019. The team is eager to capitalize on home court advantage against the Wolverines.

By the Numbers
  • Jac Mani scored a career-high 21 points for Fresno State against UC San Diego.
  • The Bulldogs average 17.5 forced turnovers per game, ranking 51st nationally.
State of Play
  • Fresno State is currently on a seven-game home stand, all at the Save Mart Center.
  • They faced a tough loss to UC San Diego, where they allowed 12 three-pointers.
What's Next

Following the game against Utah Valley, Fresno State will aim to maintain momentum as they face other home opponents in their extended schedule. Continuous improvement in team chemistry and performance will be key, especially given their high turnover rate that has worked in their favor thus far.

Bottom Line

Fresno State's success hinges on integrating their new players effectively while leveraging their defensive strengths. A strong showing against Utah Valley could set a positive tone for the remainder of the home stand and the season ahead.