Utah State Aggies Edge Grand Canyon Lopes 74-69
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Dee Glen Smith Spectrum
Utah State Aggies 74, Grand Canyon Lopes 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Grand Canyon Lopes vs Utah State Aggies?
Utah State Aggies beat Grand Canyon Lopes 74-69 at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Grand Canyon Lopes vs Utah State Aggies?
Utah State Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -500 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Utah State Aggies defeated the Grand Canyon Lopes with a final score of 74-69 at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. This victory marked an important moment for Utah State, who improved their record to 25-5, while Grand Canyon fell to 18-12. The game was notable not only for the tight scoreline but also for the Aggies' ability to bounce back after two consecutive losses, showcasing their resilience in a pivotal moment of the season.
Utah State entered the game with a home record of 24-5 and had been performing well overall, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games. However, they were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to the San Diego State Aztecs and the Nevada Wolf Pack in their previous outings. Despite this, the Aggies had averaged 81.5 points per game while allowing 71.6 in those ten games, indicating a strong offensive capability that they aimed to leverage against the Lopes.
On the other side, the Grand Canyon Lopes had a record of 18-11 and were coming off a win against the UNLV Rebels. They had a 6-4 record in their last ten games and were looking to build momentum. The Lopes averaged 74.9 points scored and allowed 67.8 points during that stretch, which highlighted their competitive nature, especially in recent victories.
In terms of their previous meeting earlier in the season, the Lopes had bested the Aggies 84-74 on January 17, 2026. This context added an extra layer of intrigue to the rematch, as Utah State sought to avenge that earlier defeat.
The game was played under favorable conditions at the Aggies' home venue, where they had a perfect home record of 5-0 in their last five games. The atmosphere was charged, and the Aggies were expected to perform strongly in front of their home crowd. The betting market reflected this sentiment, with DraftKings listing Utah State as 9.5-point favorites, indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure a win.
In terms of player performance during the game, key moments included several scoring plays in the second half. Notably, MJ Collins Jr. made significant contributions, including a 24-foot three-point jumper and multiple successful free throws that helped maintain Utah State's lead. The final moments saw Jaden Henley and Kolby King also contributing crucial points to seal the victory for the Aggies.
The win probability for Utah State was pegged at 100% by the end of the game, underscoring their dominance in the final moments. As the Aggies continue their campaign, this victory serves as a much-needed boost, while the Lopes will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses to improve in upcoming matches.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USU -9.5 | 147.5 o -108 / u -112 | Grand Canyon Lopes +380 · Utah State Aggies -500 |
Leaders
- PointsKarson Templin15Utah State Aggies
- AssistsMason Falslev4Utah State Aggies
- ReboundsMason Falslev9Utah State Aggies
- PointsJaden Henley22Grand Canyon Lopes
- AssistsMakaih Williams6Grand Canyon Lopes
- ReboundsJaden Henley7Grand Canyon Lopes
Recent form
Utah State Aggies
Last 10: 8-2Streak L281.5 scored · 71.6 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L72-89at San Diego State AztecsFeb 26
- L77-80at Nevada Wolf PackFeb 22
- W75-56vs Boise State BroncosFeb 19
- W99-75vs Memphis TigersFeb 15
- W91-78vs Fresno State BulldogsFeb 11
- W85-83at Wyoming CowboysFeb 8
- W86-66at New Mexico LobosFeb 5
- W71-66vs San Diego State AztecsJan 31
- W94-62vs Wyoming CowboysJan 29
- W65-61at Colorado State RamsJan 24
Grand Canyon Lopes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W174.9 scored · 67.8 allowed per game3-2 away
- W80-67vs UNLV RebelsFeb 26
- L65-70vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 22
- W73-63at San Diego State AztecsFeb 18
- 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
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 | Utah State Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-53 | 26-54 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 11-23 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 48 |
| Free throws | 12-13 | 11-19 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 21 |
| Assists | 13 | 18 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 18 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 4 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-46Jaden Henley makes layup (Brian Moore Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half36-46Makaih Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half38-46Efe Demirel makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-46Nana Owusu-Anane makes 23-foot three point jumper (Makaih Williams assists)
- 2nd Half41-49Karson Templin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Elijah Perryman assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Efe Demirel makes layup (Jaden Henley assists)
- 2nd Half43-51Karson Templin makes layup (Kolby King assists)
- 2nd Half45-51Efe Demirel makes layup
- 2nd Half46-51Efe Demirel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-51Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-51Jaden Henley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-51Makaih Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half50-53MJ Collins Jr. makes layup (Drake Allen assists)
- 2nd Half51-53Efe Demirel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-53Efe Demirel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-54Drake Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Makaih Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Makaih Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-56Elijah Perryman makes layup
- 2nd Half56-56Jaden Henley makes layup (Efe Demirel assists)
- 2nd Half56-57Kolby King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-58Kolby King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-58Brian Moore Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Makaih Williams assists)
- 2nd Half59-59Mason Falslev makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-60Mason Falslev makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-62Mason Falslev makes layup
- 2nd Half59-65Kolby King makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mason Falslev assists)
- 2nd Half61-65Jaden Henley makes layup
- 2nd Half62-65Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-65Jaden Henley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-67Karson Templin makes layup (MJ Collins Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half64-67Makaih Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-67Makaih Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-70MJ Collins Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mason Falslev assists)
- 2nd Half67-70Jaden Henley makes 5-foot dunk
- 2nd Half67-71MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-72MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-74Kolby King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Jaden Henley makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Utah State Aggies, below favours Grand Canyon Lopes.
Venue
- Dee Glen Smith SpectrumLogan, UT
- Attendance10270
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, Daryl Gelinas, Edwin Young
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