Arizona Wildcats Dominate San Diego State Aztecs 68-45
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center
Arizona Wildcats 68, San Diego State Aztecs 45, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won San Diego State Aztecs vs Arizona Wildcats?
Arizona Wildcats beat San Diego State Aztecs 68-45 at Mortgage Matchup Center on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in San Diego State Aztecs vs Arizona Wildcats?
Arizona Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1350 (about 93% implied). The favorite won.
The Arizona Wildcats showcased their dominance in college basketball with a decisive 68-45 victory over the San Diego State Aztecs at the Mortgage Matchup Center. This win marks the Wildcats' 11th consecutive victory, solidifying their status as a formidable force in the NCAAB landscape. Arizona's impressive home record now stands at 7-0, while San Diego State's away record remains at 1-1.
The Wildcats entered the game on a remarkable winning streak, having won their last 10 games, with an average of 90.0 points scored and only 67.4 points allowed during this stretch. Their recent form was highlighted by a convincing 96-62 win against Abilene Christian just days prior to this matchup. In contrast, the Aztecs had a mixed bag of results leading up to this game, with a record of 6-4 over their last 10 games and an average of 78.8 points scored against 73.2 points allowed. They were riding a three-game winning streak, including a solid 81-58 victory over Air Force, but faced a significant challenge against the Wildcats.
At home, Arizona has been nearly unbeatable, demonstrating their scoring prowess and defensive capabilities. The Wildcats averaged 98.0 points scored and allowed 67.8 points in their last five games. Conversely, San Diego State's away performance has been less impressive, with their only two away games resulting in a split record of 1-1.
The matchup was particularly noteworthy as both teams had faced each other previously, but the outcome of this game further emphasized Arizona's current superiority. The Wildcats' ability to control the game was evident from the start, and they maintained a firm grip throughout. The scoring plays in the second half illustrated Arizona's offensive depth, with contributions from multiple players, including a significant three-point jumper by Brayden Burries, which capped off their scoring run.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences that affected either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their best players. The market had Arizona heavily favored, with DraftKings setting the odds at -13.5 for the Wildcats, reflecting the general expectation of their dominance in this fixture. The total points line was set at 153.5, indicating an anticipated high-scoring affair, although the final score fell short of that mark.
Conditions in the Mortgage Matchup Center were conducive to a strong performance by the Wildcats, who thrived in front of their home crowd. Fans witnessed a display of offensive efficiency and defensive tenacity, as Arizona's players executed their game plan effectively.
Overall, this game served as a testament to Arizona's capabilities as they continue to build momentum in the season. The Wildcats' ability to score efficiently while maintaining a solid defense will be crucial as they move forward, especially in a competitive league. Meanwhile, San Diego State will need to regroup and address the challenges they faced in this matchup as they look to improve their consistency on the road.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARIZ -13.5 | 153.5 o -115 / u -105 | San Diego State Aztecs +800 · Arizona Wildcats -1350 |
Leaders
- PointsJaden Bradley11Arizona Wildcats
- AssistsJaden Bradley3Arizona Wildcats
- ReboundsTobe Awaka15Arizona Wildcats
- PointsReese Dixon-Waters8San Diego State Aztecs
- AssistsReese Dixon-Waters2San Diego State Aztecs
- ReboundsMiles Heide5San Diego State Aztecs
Recent form
Arizona Wildcats
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1090 scored · 67.4 allowed per game7-0 at home
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San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 6-4Streak W378.8 scored · 73.2 allowed per game1-1 away
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- W89-71vs Lamar CardinalsDec 11
- W77-66vs Utah Valley WolverinesDec 4
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- W97-80at Oregon DucksNov 26
- L54-94at Michigan WolverinesNov 25
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Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | San Diego State Aztecs | Arizona Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 15-57 | 22-58 |
| Field goal % | 26 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 1-14 | 6-25 |
| Three-point % | 7 | 24 |
| Free throws | 14-19 | 18-27 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 32 |
| Assists | 7 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 2 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 26 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 42 | 53 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-20Tae Simmons makes layup
- 1st Half27-21Ivan Kharchenkov makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-22Ivan Kharchenkov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half27-23Jaden Bradley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-24Anthony Dell'Orso makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-25Jaden Bradley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half27-28Anthony Dell'Orso makes 24-foot three point jumper (Motiejus Krivas assists)
- 2nd Half29-28Elzie Harrington makes layup
- 2nd Half29-30Koa Peat makes 3-foot dunk (Jaden Bradley assists)
- 2nd Half29-32Ivan Kharchenkov makes layup (Koa Peat assists)
- 2nd Half31-32Tae Simmons makes layup
- 2nd Half31-33Motiejus Krivas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-34Motiejus Krivas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-37Ivan Kharchenkov makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brayden Burries assists)
- 2nd Half33-37Pharaoh Compton makes layup (Reese Dixon-Waters assists)
- 2nd Half33-38Jaden Bradley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-39Koa Peat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-41Tobe Awaka makes layup (Anthony Dell'Orso assists)
- 2nd Half34-41Magoon Gwath makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-44Anthony Dell'Orso makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dwayne Aristode assists)
- 2nd Half34-47Dwayne Aristode makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tobe Awaka assists)
- 2nd Half36-47Miles Heide makes 3-foot dunk (Magoon Gwath assists)
- 2nd Half36-50Anthony Dell'Orso makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dwayne Aristode assists)
- 2nd Half36-51Motiejus Krivas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-52Jaden Bradley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-53Jaden Bradley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-53Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-53Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-54Tobe Awaka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-56Tobe Awaka makes layup (Anthony Dell'Orso assists)
- 2nd Half38-58Tobe Awaka makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half40-58Elzie Harrington makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half40-60Tobe Awaka makes layup
- 2nd Half40-62Jaden Bradley makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-63Ivan Kharchenkov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-65Koa Peat makes 2-foot dunk (Brayden Burries assists)
- 2nd Half42-65Miles Byrd makes layup
- 2nd Half42-68Brayden Burries makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ivan Kharchenkov assists)
- 2nd Half43-68Miles Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-68Pharaoh Compton makes 2-foot dunk (Miles Byrd assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Arizona Wildcats, below favours San Diego State Aztecs.
Venue
- Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance10567
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, Steven Anderson, Tyler Kumpf
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