Background on SDSU Basketball
San Diego State has struggled with rebounding this season, ranking 8th in the Mountain West Conference in rebounding margin. Despite these challenges, the Aztecs entered the Mountain West tournament as the No. 2 seed with a record of 20-10 overall.
In their first matchup of the tournament, the Aztecs faced the No. 7 seed Colorado State Rams, who had a record of 21-11 overall. The two teams had previously met twice this season, with San Diego State winning 73-50 on January 28, while Colorado State claimed an 83-74 victory on February 21.
Breaking Development
In a decisive game held at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, the San Diego State Aztecs defeated the Colorado State Rams, securing their spot in the semifinals. The game began at 6 p.m. PT and was broadcast nationally on CBS Sports Network.
Myles Byrd led the Aztecs with 12 points, while Reese Dixon-Waters and Pharaoh Compton contributed 11 points each. SDSU’s bench outscored the Rams reserves 24-6, showcasing the depth of the Aztecs’ roster.
Reactions and Next Steps
Coach Brian Dutcher expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, noting, “They picked a good time to fix that issue.” The Aztecs will advance to the semifinals, where they are set to face either New Mexico or San Jose State.
As the tournament progresses, observers will be watching closely to see how the Aztecs address their rebounding issues and build on their recent success. The winner of the upcoming semifinal game will continue their pursuit of the Mountain West championship.