Grand Canyon Lopes Defeat San Diego State Aztecs 73-63
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Viejas Arena
Grand Canyon Lopes 73, San Diego State Aztecs 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Grand Canyon Lopes vs San Diego State Aztecs?
Grand Canyon Lopes beat San Diego State Aztecs 73-63 at Viejas Arena on February 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Grand Canyon Lopes vs San Diego State Aztecs?
San Diego State Aztecs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The underdog won.
In a notable matchup, the Grand Canyon Lopes triumphed over the San Diego State Aztecs with a final score of 73-63. This victory marked the Lopes' second consecutive win against the Aztecs this season, having previously edged them out in a close contest on January 22, where they won 70-69. The game took place at Viejas Arena, a venue where the Aztecs had a strong home record of 18-7 prior to this matchup.
The Lopes entered the game with a record of 17-9 and had been showing decent form, winning six of their last ten games, including a recent victory against the San José State Spartans on February 14, where they scored 94 points. They averaged 74.9 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing 70.8 points. Their away performance had been mixed, with a record of 2-3 in their last five away games. However, their recent form indicated a scoring average of 80.6 points in the last five games, which likely contributed to their confidence heading into this contest.
On the other hand, the Aztecs had a solid home record, winning eight of their last ten games and boasting an impressive average of 74.9 points scored while allowing only 62.4 points in that span. They were riding a three-game winning streak before facing the Lopes, but this loss disrupted their momentum. Their last five games saw them average 74.0 points scored and 59.0 points allowed, showcasing their defensive strength at home.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Aztecs as 7.5-point favorites, with a money line of -395 for the home team and +310 for the Lopes. The total points were set at 139.5, indicating expectations of a moderately high-scoring game.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the stakes were high for both teams, with the Lopes looking to solidify their position and the Aztecs aiming to maintain their strong home performance. Fans were likely treated to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities.
As the game progressed, the Lopes managed to pull away in the second half, capitalizing on free throws and strong layup performances. Key scoring plays included free throws from Nana Owusu-Anane and Jaden Henley, which helped extend their lead. The Aztecs struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short despite their strong home record. This game serves as a reminder of the Lopes' ability to compete at a high level, especially against formidable opponents like the Aztecs.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SDSU -7.5 | 139.5 o -112 / u -108 | Grand Canyon Lopes +310 · San Diego State Aztecs -395 |
Leaders
- PointsMiles Byrd18San Diego State Aztecs
- AssistsSean Newman Jr.3San Diego State Aztecs
- ReboundsMagoon Gwath7San Diego State Aztecs
- PointsJaden Henley21Grand Canyon Lopes
- AssistsMakaih Williams3Grand Canyon Lopes
- ReboundsEfe Demirel11Grand Canyon Lopes
Recent form
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W374.9 scored · 62.4 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W71-57vs Nevada Wolf PackFeb 15
- W88-54at Air Force FalconsFeb 8
- W72-63vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 4
- L66-71at Utah State AggiesJan 31
- W73-50vs Colorado State RamsJan 29
- W82-71at UNLV RebelsJan 24
- L69-70at Grand Canyon LopesJan 22
- W83-79vs New Mexico LobosJan 18
- W74-57at Wyoming CowboysJan 15
- W71-52vs Fresno State BulldogsJan 11
Grand Canyon Lopes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W174.9 scored · 70.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- W94-79at San José State SpartansFeb 14
- L64-70vs New Mexico LobosFeb 12
- L78-80at UNLV RebelsFeb 7
- W81-57vs Air Force FalconsFeb 4
- W86-69vs Boise State BroncosJan 31
- L60-66at Nevada Wolf PackJan 28
- W68-57at Fresno State BulldogsJan 25
- W70-69vs San Diego State AztecsJan 22
- W84-74vs Utah State AggiesJan 17
- L64-87at New Mexico LobosJan 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Grand Canyon Lopes | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-56 | 22-62 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 3-15 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 20 |
| Free throws | 18-23 | 16-18 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 24 |
| Assists | 12 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 26 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 75 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-36Efe Demirel makes layup (Brian Moore Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half41-36Brian Moore Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-38Sean Newman Jr. makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-38Efe Demirel makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half43-40Miles Byrd makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-41Miles Byrd makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-41Makaih Williams makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dusty Stromer assists)
- 2nd Half48-41Dennis Evans makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half48-42Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-43Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-43Dennis Evans makes 1-foot dunk (Makaih Williams assists)
- 2nd Half50-44Tae Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-44Jaden Henley makes layup
- 2nd Half53-44Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-46Taj DeGourville makes 20-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-46Wilhelm Breidenbach makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dusty Stromer assists)
- 2nd Half58-46Makaih Williams makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-48Reese Dixon-Waters makes layup
- 2nd Half58-50Taj DeGourville makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-50Brian Moore Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-50Brian Moore Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-53Miles Byrd makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sean Newman Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-53Makaih Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-53Makaih Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-55Miles Byrd makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half62-56Tae Simmons makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-57Tae Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-57Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-57Jaden Henley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-57Makaih Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-59Magoon Gwath makes layup (Miles Byrd assists)
- 2nd Half66-60Miles Byrd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-61Miles Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-61Efe Demirel makes layup
- 2nd Half69-61Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-61Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-61Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-61Jaden Henley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Magoon Gwath makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half73-63Efe Demirel makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego State Aztecs, below favours Grand Canyon Lopes.
Venue
- Viejas ArenaSan Diego, CA
- Attendance12414
- OfficialsVerne Harris, Kelly Pfeifer, Chad Barlow
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