Fresno State Athletics
Surging 'Dogs to Invade Silicon Valley, Spartans
1/12/2015 12:00:00 AM | Men's Basketball
GAME 18: Fresno State (8-9, 3-1 MW) at San Jose State (2-14, 0-4 MW)
Jan. 14, 2015 -- 7 p.m. PT -- San Jose, Calif. (The Event Center)
TV: Mountain West Network (Justin Allegri/Joe Boylan)
Radio: 940 AM ESPN Radio & www.GoBulldogs.com (Paul Loeffler/Randy Rosenbloom)
Series History: Fresno State leads 81-75 (overall); San Jose State leads 39-30 (games in San Jose)
Last Meeting: Fresno State 69, San Jose State 56 (March 8, 2014 - San Jose, Calif.)
Next Fresno State Home Game: vs. No. 25 Wyoming (Saturday, Jan. 17 at 4 p.m. PT)
Game Notes: Fresno State at San Jose State 
Bulldog Bones
• Fresno State has won its last two games vs. SJSU & 3 of the last 4 games.
• Fresno State has won seven of its last 10 games this season.
• Fresno State is one of three MW teams to have gone 11-3 in its last 14 regular season conference games (San Diego State & New Mexico).
• Fresno State was projected by the Mountain West media to finish seventh in the regular season conference standings.
• Fresno State finished tied for 5th in last year's MW conference race.
• REFERENCE: "Fresno State" (never: FSU, CSUF, Fresno State University, or just simply "Fresno"); ABBREVIATION: Fresno St. or FS
Between the Baselines: Individual Notes
• Fresno State junior guard Marvelle Harris leads the MW in scoring (18.5 ppg), steals (34, 2.0 spg) and minutes played (615 minutes, 36.2 mpg); ranks No. 3 in assists (3.6 apg) & No. 13 in rebounding (5.2 rpg).
• On Jan. 12, Harris was named MW Player of the Week (2nd career).
• Harris ranks No. 26 on Fresno State's all-time scoring list (1,095 pts) - eight points away from tying Charles Bailey for No. 25 (1,103 pts).
• Harris has scored 10 or more points the last 13 games & 14 of the last 15.
• Harris has averaged 23.9 ppg in the Bulldogs' seven road games this year.
Between the Baselines: Team Notes
• During Fresno State's three-game win streak, the Bulldogs have held the lead for 110 out of 120 minutes and have trailed for just 2:16 in those other 10.
• Fresno State is tied for the MW lead with three players in the conference's Top 20 scoring leaders and rank second in steals and steals per game.
• Fresno State owns a +41 steal ratio (132-89) & a +19 block ratio (74-55).
• Fresno State has not committed more turnovers than its opponents in 13 of its 17 games this season; 89 of 119 games (74.8%) under Coach Terry.
Surging Fresno State Travels to San Jose State
Fresno State (8-9, 3-1 Mountain West) will travel to play at San Jose State (2-14, 0-4 MW) on Wednesday night at 7 p.m. PT at The Events Center. The game will be broadcast on the Mountain West Network, 940 AM ESPN Radio, and online at www.GoBulldogs.com.
About the San Jose State Spartans
The San Jose State Spartans are 2-14 on the season and 0-4 in MW play. During league play, SJSU has been led by Rashad Muhmmad (14.0 ppg) and Darryl Gaynor II (10.3 ppg). Fresno State leads the all-time series with San Jose State 81-75 and the Bulldogs are 3-1 vs. the Spartans under Terry.
'Dogs Tied for MW Lead with 3 top 20 Scorers
Fresno State's Marvelle Harris leads three Bulldogs averaging over 10 points per game - Harris (18.5 ppg), Julien Lewis (12.1 ppg) and Paul Watson (11.1 ppg). Fresno State is one of three MW schools - along with Nevada and Utah State - with three players ranking in the Top 20 of the conference for season scoring average. Harris is the league's leading scorer.
Harris Leading MW, Bulldogs' Backcourt
Fresno State junior guard Marvelle Harris is first in the Mountain West in scoring (18.5 ppg) through the Bulldogs' first 18 games of the season. Harris is also one of the team's leading free throw (77.0%, 77-for-100), 3-point (35.2%, 32-for-91) and field goal shooters (46.4%, 103-for-222). Harris is building off last season, when he was an honorable mention All-MW honoree and helped Fresno State reach the CBI Championship Series.
ESPN Loves The 'Dogs
Fresno State will appear on the ESPN Family of Networks more than any other MW school this season (nine times), including this Saturday's home game vs. No. 25 Wyoming on ESPN3.
Versatile Watson Focused on Production
Bulldogs guard/forward Paul Watson, who was named the 2013-14 Mountain West Freshman of the Year, gives Fresno State a versatile option on the wing and the post. Watson played almost exclusively at forward as a freshman and moved out to the wing this season. Coach Terry has used Watson in both slots this year and he has stretched opposing defenses behind 27-for-80 (33.8%) from beyond the 3-point arc this season forcing defenders to guard him on the perimeter in addition to his ability to attack the basket. Watson scored a career-high 28 points in leading Fresno State to a 93-55 victory over Bristol in the home opener.
Lewis Infuses Scoring Spark, Defensive Edge
Junior shooting guard Julien Lewis, who played his first two collegiate seasons for the University of Texas, has quickly provided the immediate impact that Coach Terry envisioned for the 6-4 guard from Galveston, Texas. Lewis is second on the team in scoring (12.1 ppg) and has scored in double figures in 11 of his 17 games this season for Fresno State. His defensive grit has provided a high-pressure extra edge to the Bulldogs' mentality. He scored a career-high 29 points in Fresno State's 71-68 loss at Pacific.
Davis A 2015 Allstate Good Works Team Nominee
Fresno State senior forward Alex Davis was named one of 158 nominees for the 2015 Allstate NABC Good Works Team. Davis is one of the team leaders during community service activities at Children's Hospital Central California, the local Boy's and Girl's Club and directly with youth throughout the San Joaquin Valley. This prestigious award recognizes "a commitment to enriching the lives of others and contributing to the greater good."
Edo Making Big Strides in Sophomore Season
Karachi Edo has been a fan favorite since his arrival at Fresno State in 2013 for his high-flying athleticism and passionate play. On the floor, Edo has made significant progress upping his scoring average to 9.6 ppg as a sophomore this season from 4.0 ppg as a freshman. He is also averaging 1.4 more rebounds per game (up to 4.7 rpg this season from 3.3 rpg last season).
Guerrero Eligible to Play Wednesday at San Jose State
Fresno State junior guard Cezar Guerrero has been recertified for meeting the necessary continuing eligibility standards. Guerrero, who has remained in good academic standing with the university throughout the process, is eligible to play starting Wednesday night when the Bulldogs travel to play at San Jose State. Guerrero continued to practice with the team throughout the season and missed the Bulldogs' first 17 games for not meeting the NCAA's required continuing eligibility standards prior to the start of the season. He is eligible for competition for the remainder of the season.
Bulldogs Riding Three-Game MW Win Streak
Fresno State built a big lead early into the second half, held off a late run and never trailed while knocking off No. 25 San Diego State 59-57 and then Bulldogs' junior guard Marvelle Harris scored a game-high 18 points to lead the 'Dogs to a 61-52 victory over Utah State. Harris then delivered a career-high 40 points in leading the Bulldogs to a 69-66 road win at Nevada and a 3-1 start in Mountain West play - riding a three-game win streak.
