NEWSLETTER
The No. 5 San Diego State Aztecs (27-6) and the No. 12 Charleston (SC) Cougars (31-3) battle on Thursday for a place in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The opening-round matchup begins at 3:10 PM.
In its most recent game, San Diego State topped Utah State on Saturday, 62-57. Its top scorer was Matt Bradley with 16 points. In its most recent game, Charleston (SC) defeated UNC Wilmington on Tuesday, 63-58. Its leading scorer was Ryan Larson with 23 points.
When is San Diego State vs. Charleston (SC) and when does it start?
This contest between the Aztecs and Cougars will begin on Thursday, March 16, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 3:10 PM ET.
Where to Watch San Diego State vs. Charleston (SC)
The Aztecs and Cougars will hit the hardwood at Amway Center for this matchup on March 16, and if you’d like to catch the action live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on truT.
San Diego State Aztecs vs. Charleston (SC) Cougars Game Preview
San Diego State Stats, Odds & Insights
San Diego State averages 72.1 points per game (170th in college basketball) while giving up 63.6 per outing (28th in college basketball). It has a +279 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 8.5 points per game.
The Aztecs put up just 4.7 more points than the Cougars give up (67.4).
San Diego State makes 7.2 three-pointers per game (203rd in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.2. It shoots 35.3% from deep while its opponents hit 29.2% from long range.
The Aztecs are scoring 75.4 points per game when playing at home. In away games, they are averaging 68.9 points per contest.
On offense, San Diego State has had a hard time putting the ball in the basket over its last 10 games, scoring 65.7 points per contest over that span as opposed to the 72.1 it has racked up over the course of this year.
Charleston (SC) Stats, Odds & Insights
Charleston (SC) is outscoring opponents by 13.4 points per game, with a +457 scoring differential overall. It puts up 80.8 points per game (14th in college basketball) and gives up 67.4 per contest (97th in college basketball).
The Cougars average 80.8 points, 17.2 more than the Aztecs give up.
Charleston (SC) connects on 10.1 three-pointers per game (12th in college basketball) while shooting 33.4% from beyond the arc (227th in college basketball). It is making 4.2 more threes than its opponents, who drain 5.9 per game at 30.5%.
At home, the Cougars average 82.9 points per game. Away, they score 79.5.
Charleston (SC) is putting up 83.6 points per game in its past 10 games, which is 2.8 more than its average for the season (80.8).
Aztecs Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Bradley | 33 | 12.9 | 3.8 | 2.1 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| Darrion Trammell | 32 | 9.5 | 2.2 | 3.3 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 1.3 |
| Lamont Butler | 33 | 8.5 | 2.6 | 3.2 | 1.5 | 0.1 | 1.0 |
| Jaedon LeDee | 33 | 7.9 | 5.1 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Keshad Johnson | 33 | 7.7 | 5.1 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
Cougars Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalton Bolon | 34 | 12.4 | 4.2 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 1.8 |
| Ante Brzovic | 34 | 11.6 | 5.9 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.9 |
| Reyne Smith | 34 | 10.8 | 2.1 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 2.7 |
| Pat Robinson III | 34 | 10.6 | 3.2 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 0.7 |
| Ryan Larson | 34 | 10.6 | 3.3 | 4.1 | 1.6 | 0.1 | 1.7 |
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