Troy Trojans Edge San Diego State in Double Overtime Thriller
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Viejas Arena
Troy Trojans 108, San Diego State Aztecs 107, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Troy Trojans vs San Diego State Aztecs?
Troy Trojans beat San Diego State Aztecs 108-107 at Viejas Arena on November 18, 2025.
In a gripping contest that extended into double overtime, the Troy Trojans narrowly defeated the San Diego State Aztecs with a final score of 108-107 at Viejas Arena. This matchup showcased the resilience of both teams, particularly Troy, who managed to secure their fifth consecutive victory following a four-game winning streak.
The Aztecs entered the game with a home record of 2-1 and a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games. They had been averaging 73.6 points while allowing 73.5 points per game. Their last five games demonstrated a slight dip in performance, with a record of 3-2 and an average of 72.6 points scored against 73.8 points allowed. In contrast, the Trojans boasted a stronger away record of 4-2, having achieved a 7-3 record over their last ten games. Troy's scoring average was 72.4 points, while they allowed only 67.1 points per game, indicating a solid defensive effort.
Historically, this was the second meeting between the two teams, with Troy having won the first encounter earlier in the season with a score of 108-107. The previous matchup was also a closely contested affair, highlighting the competitive nature of these teams.
In terms of player performance, the Aztecs had been dealing with some injury concerns, which affected their lineup and overall chemistry on the court. The Trojans, on the other hand, entered the game relatively healthy, allowing them to maintain their winning momentum.
The market had priced the game competitively, reflecting the close nature of the teams' previous encounter and their recent form. The odds indicated a tight contest, with the Trojans being slight favorites according to their provider.
The conditions at Viejas Arena were conducive to an exciting game, with a lively crowd supporting the home team. Fans witnessed a thrilling back-and-forth battle that culminated in the dramatic double overtime finish. Key moments included critical free throws and clutch shots from both sides, with Jeremiah Oden and Reese Dixon-Waters contributing significantly to the scoring in the latter stages of the game.
As the game progressed into the second overtime, the tension escalated. Oden's free throws put Troy ahead, while Dixon-Waters' jumper and subsequent assists were pivotal in maintaining the lead. The final moments were marked by a flurry of scoring, with both teams exchanging leads before Troy ultimately secured the win.
This matchup not only highlighted the talent on both rosters but also set the stage for future encounters, as both teams look to build on their performances as the season progresses.
Leaders
- PointsMiles Byrd24San Diego State Aztecs
- AssistsTaj DeGourville6San Diego State Aztecs
- ReboundsMiles Heide9San Diego State Aztecs
- PointsThomas Dowd25Troy Trojans
- AssistsVictor Valdes4Troy Trojans
- ReboundsThomas Dowd19Troy Trojans
Recent form
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 5-5Streak L173.6 scored · 73.5 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L62-73at Utah State AggiesMar 14
- W64-62vs New Mexico LobosMar 14
- W71-62vs Colorado State RamsMar 13
- W89-86vs UNLV RebelsMar 7
- L77-86at Boise State BroncosMar 4
- L76-81at New Mexico LobosFeb 28
- W89-72vs Utah State AggiesFeb 26
- L74-83at Colorado State RamsFeb 21
- L63-73vs Grand Canyon LopesFeb 18
- W71-57vs Nevada Wolf PackFeb 15
Troy Trojans
Last 10: 7-3Streak W472.4 scored · 67.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- W77-61vs Georgia Southern EaglesMar 9
- W78-70vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesMar 8
- W80-65vs UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 28
- W78-59vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 25
- L54-65at South Alabama JaguarsFeb 21
- W77-76at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 19
- L65-69at Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 15
- L62-74at Texas State BobcatsFeb 12
- W79-69vs Akron ZipsFeb 7
- W74-63at Georgia State PanthersFeb 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Troy Trojans | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-72 | 32-68 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 12-34 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 39 |
| Free throws | 32-43 | 34-48 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 30 |
| Assists | 15 | 18 |
| Steals | 12 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 29 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 36 |
| Fouls | 31 | 29 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half83-71Jerrell Bellamy made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-73Magoon Gwath made Layup. Assisted by Miles Byrd.
- 2nd Half83-74Magoon Gwath made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-77Magoon Gwath made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj DeGourville.
- 2nd Half83-78Reese Dixon-Waters made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-79Reese Dixon-Waters made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-80BJ Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-81BJ Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-81Thomas Dowd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-81Thomas Dowd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-84Magoon Gwath made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by BJ Davis.
- 2nd Half86-84Cooper Campbell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-84Cooper Campbell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-84Cobi Campbell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-85Miles Byrd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-86Miles Byrd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-86Thomas Dowd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-89Miles Byrd made Three Point Jumper.
- OT89-91Reese Dixon-Waters made Jumper.
- OT89-93Elzie Harrington made Jumper.
- OT90-93Theo Seng made Free Throw.
- OT91-93Theo Seng made Free Throw.
- OT91-95Elzie Harrington made Jumper. Assisted by Sean Newman Jr..
- OT94-95Austin Cross made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Theo Seng.
- OT94-96Reese Dixon-Waters made Free Throw.
- OT96-96Theo Seng made Layup.
- OT97-96Javen Colbert made Free Throw.
- OT98-96Javen Colbert made Free Throw.
- OT98-98Reese Dixon-Waters made Layup.
- 2OT98-100Sean Newman Jr. made Jumper.
- 2OT99-100Austin Cross made Free Throw.
- 2OT100-100Austin Cross made Free Throw.
- 2OT100-101Jeremiah Oden made Free Throw.
- 2OT100-102Jeremiah Oden made Free Throw.
- 2OT100-104Reese Dixon-Waters made Jumper.
- 2OT102-104Cooper Campbell made Layup.
- 2OT105-104Thomas Dowd made Three Point Jumper.
- 2OT105-107Miles Byrd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Reese Dixon-Waters.
- 2OT106-107Theo Seng made Free Throw.
- 2OT108-107Theo Seng made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego State Aztecs, below favours Troy Trojans.
Venue
- Viejas ArenaSan Diego, CA
- Attendance11531
- OfficialsMike Reed, Andy O'Brien, Anthony Burris
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