NCAAB · Final

Aggies Edge Aztecs in Close Contest at Home

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Dee Glen Smith Spectrum

Utah State Aggies 71, San Diego State Aztecs 66, 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 Utah State Aggies?

Utah State Aggies beat San Diego State Aztecs 71-66 at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in San Diego State Aztecs vs Utah State Aggies?

Utah State Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Utah State Aggies triumphed over the San Diego State Aztecs with a final score of 71-66 at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum. This victory marked the Aggies' continued dominance at home, improving their record to 19-3, while the Aztecs fell to 15-7.

The Aggies entered the game with a strong home record of 18-3 and were riding a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Wyoming Cowboys 94-62 and the Colorado State Rams 65-61. Over their last ten games, Utah State posted an impressive 8-2 record, averaging 84.0 points scored while allowing 68.4 points per game. Their scoring prowess was evident, especially at home where they averaged 76.0 points in their last five games.

On the other side, the Aztecs came into the game with a solid away record of 15-6 and were also on a two-game winning streak, having recently secured victories against the Colorado State Rams 73-50 and the UNLV Rebels 82-71. San Diego State's performance in their last ten games was even more impressive, with a record of 9-1, averaging 83.7 points scored and allowing 68.1 points per game. Their away form was commendable as well, with a 4-1 record in their last five away games.

Historically, the Aggies had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Aztecs, winning both of their previous encounters in the 2025 season. The most recent matchup before this game saw Utah State winning 79-71 on February 23, 2025, and they also edged out San Diego State 67-66 on December 28, 2024.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about any players missing from either team, but both squads appeared to be at full strength for this crucial conference clash.

The betting market reflected Utah State's strong home advantage, with DraftKings listing the Aggies as 6.5-point favorites and setting the total at 147.5 points. The moneyline odds were -310 for the Aggies and +250 for the Aztecs, indicating a significant belief in Utah State's ability to secure the win.

As the game progressed, fans witnessed several key scoring plays that helped seal the Aggies' victory. In the second half, Miles Heide made a pivotal 7-foot dunk, followed by a 25-foot three-point jumper from MJ Collins Jr. that pushed the Aggies' lead to 66-61. Adlan Elamin then added to the score with a dunk, extending the lead further. Despite a late surge from the Aztecs, including a 30-foot three-pointer from Reese Dixon-Waters, the Aggies maintained their composure, with Drake Allen contributing crucial points down the stretch.

The game was played under favorable conditions for both teams, and the atmosphere at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum was electric, with fans rallying behind the home team. Viewers were treated to a display of skill, strategy, and determination from both squads, making it a memorable encounter in the NCAAB season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	USU -6.5	147.5 o -105 / u -115	San Diego State Aztecs +250 · Utah State Aggies -310

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Leaders

PointsKarson Templin18Utah State Aggies
AssistsDrake Allen4Utah State Aggies
ReboundsAdlan Elamin8Utah State Aggies
PointsReese Dixon-Waters19San Diego State Aztecs
AssistsSean Newman Jr.5San Diego State Aztecs
ReboundsBJ Davis5San Diego State Aztecs

Recent form

Utah State Aggies

Last 10: 8-2Streak W284 scored · 68.4 allowed per game4-1 at home

W94-62vs Wyoming CowboysJan 29
W65-61at Colorado State RamsJan 24
L76-86vs UNLV RebelsJan 21
L74-84at Grand Canyon LopesJan 17
W71-62vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 15
W93-68at Boise State BroncosJan 11
W99-62at Air Force FalconsJan 7
W96-78vs San José State SpartansJan 3
W72-63at Fresno State BulldogsDec 31
W100-58vs Colorado State RamsDec 20

San Diego State Aztecs

Last 10: 9-1Streak W283.7 scored · 68.1 allowed per game4-1 away

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
W73-68at Nevada Wolf PackJan 7
W110-107vs Boise State BroncosJan 4
W81-68at San José State SpartansDec 31
W121-59vs Whittier PoetsDec 22

Box score

Stat	San Diego State Aztecs	Utah State Aggies
Field goals	23-57	26-64
Field goal %	40	41
Three-pointers	6-24	6-26
Three-point %	25	23
Free throws	14-18	13-23
Free throw %	78	57
Rebounds	31	46
Offensive rebounds	6	15
Defensive rebounds	25	31
Assists	11	15
Steals	10	9
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	13	18
Team turnovers	0	3
Technical fouls	2	1
Technical fouls, total	2	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	8
Fast-break points	19	5
Points in the paint	22	40
Fouls	21	16
Largest lead	11	7
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	66	22

How the scoring went

2nd Half37-34BJ Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half38-34BJ Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-36Mason Falslev makes layup (Adlan Elamin assists)
2nd Half39-36Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-36Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-36BJ Davis makes layup
2nd Half42-38Karson Templin makes 4-foot dunk (Elijah Perryman assists)
2nd Half44-38Reese Dixon-Waters makes 12-foot jumper
2nd Half44-40Elijah Perryman makes layup
2nd Half44-42Karson Templin makes layup (Elijah Perryman assists)
2nd Half46-42Taj DeGourville makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half47-42Tae Simmons makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-42Tae Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-43Kolby King makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half48-45Adlan Elamin makes layup
2nd Half50-45Miles Byrd makes layup
2nd Half52-45Tae Simmons makes layup (Taj DeGourville assists)
2nd Half52-46Karson Templin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-47Karson Templin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-48Mason Falslev makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-49Mason Falslev makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-51Drake Allen makes layup
2nd Half52-52Drake Allen makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half53-52Miles Heide makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-52Miles Heide makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-55Adlan Elamin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Drake Allen assists)
2nd Half56-55Sean Newman Jr. makes layup
2nd Half56-57Mason Falslev makes layup (Drake Allen assists)
2nd Half56-59MJ Collins Jr. makes layup (Mason Falslev assists)
2nd Half59-59Miles Byrd makes 25-foot three point jumper (Taj DeGourville assists)
2nd Half59-62MJ Collins Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mason Falslev assists)
2nd Half59-63Drake Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-63Miles Heide makes 7-foot dunk (Sean Newman Jr. assists)
2nd Half61-66MJ Collins Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mason Falslev assists)
2nd Half61-68Adlan Elamin makes 4-foot dunk (Karson Templin assists)
2nd Half62-68Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-68Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-68Reese Dixon-Waters makes 30-foot three point jumper (Sean Newman Jr. assists)
2nd Half66-70Drake Allen makes layup
2nd Half66-71Drake Allen makes free throw 2 of 2