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Fresno State vs. BYU Prediction: College Basketball Showdown 

In an exciting college basketball matchup, the Fresno State Bulldogs will battle the BYU Cougars, both teams eager to rebound from recent struggles. Fresno State, on a four-game losing streak, is looking to regain its footing, while BYU seeks to bounce back after a tough stretch. 

Fresno State Bulldogs: Struggling but Talented

The Fresno State Bulldogs (currently on a four-game losing streak) have been facing challenges this season but remain a dangerous team. Zaon Collins, the Bulldogs’ leading scorer, is averaging 14.6 points per game (PPG), along with 3.4 assists and 2.4 steals. His all-around game, which includes 5 rebounds per game (RPG), has been essential for Fresno State. 

BYU Cougars: Explosive Offense with a Rebounding Edge

The BYU Cougars, led by Egor Demin, who averages 13.2 PPG and 5.8 assists per game, are a potent offensive team. Richie Saunders and Fousseyni Traore are also key contributors, with 13 PPG and 12.6 PPG, respectively, while Traore is particularly effective on the glass, hauling in 7.1 RPG. The Cougars’ offense has been on fire, averaging a robust 84.5 PPG, driven by their impressive 46.8% field goal shooting and 34.7% shooting from three-point range.

Conclusion

The Fresno State Bulldogs face a tough challenge in this matchup with BYU, who are firing on all cylinders offensively. While Fresno State has individual talent capable of causing problems for any team, BYU’s balance of scoring and rebounding should give them the edge in this game.