Sunday, November 2, 2014

SJSU versus Cal State East Bay

San Jose State University opens the season today at 4 p.m. hosting Cal State East Bay. The latter fell 94-50 to California on Halloween night and also faces Santa Clara later this week. The Bears were just too athletic and physical for the Pioneers.

This means former Spartan guard Nick Grieves is returning and look for him to roam the perimeter for three-point shot openings.

Probably the most important aspects to watch for is who plays the most in the paint for SJSU and who displays rebounding and defensive prowess -- two critical areas needing improvement for the Spartans. Can freshmen Leon Bahner and Ryan Singer contribute in Mountain West Conference play? Has sophomore Matt Pollard improved?

Also, is Frank Rogers willing to bang bodies?

It will be the debut for junior guard Jordan Baker so do note what shots he and Rashad Muhammad get within the offense.

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