San Diego State Dominates Utah State 89-72 at Home
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 11:00 PM ET · Viejas Arena
San Diego State Aztecs 89, Utah State Aggies 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Utah State Aggies vs San Diego State Aztecs?
San Diego State Aztecs beat Utah State Aggies 89-72 at Viejas Arena on February 25, 2026.
In a decisive victory, the San Diego State Aztecs defeated the Utah State Aggies 89-72 at Viejas Arena. This matchup was particularly significant as it marked a turnaround for San Diego State, who had previously lost three consecutive games against Utah State, including their earlier encounter this season on January 31, 2026, where they fell 66-71. The Aztecs came into this game with a home record of 19-8, while the Aggies boasted a strong away record of 23-5.
San Diego State's recent form had been a concern, as they entered the game on a two-game losing streak, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games. They averaged 74.1 points scored per game while allowing 67.1 points. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 73.6 points while conceding 66.0 points. Their home performance was slightly better, with a 4-1 record at home in their last five games, but they struggled with consistency.
On the other hand, Utah State had been performing well, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, averaging 81.9 points scored and allowing 71.3 points. However, they were coming off a loss to Nevada, which snapped a brief winning streak. The Aggies had a strong away record, going 3-1 in their last four away games, and they were expected to put up a tough fight against the Aztecs.
The betting market reflected this competitive nature, with DraftKings listing Utah State as a 1.5-point favorite, indicating that the game was anticipated to be closely contested. The total points line was set at 146.5, suggesting expectations for a high-scoring affair.
In terms of injuries, there were no significant absences reported for either team, allowing both sides to field their strongest lineups. This was crucial for San Diego State, as they needed their key players to step up after recent struggles.
The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with a packed crowd at Viejas Arena creating an electric atmosphere. Fans were eager to see if the Aztecs could break their losing streak against the Aggies and improve their standing in the league.
As the game unfolded, San Diego State took control early and maintained their lead throughout. Key plays included a series of layups and free throws from MJ Collins Jr. and Taj DeGourville, who contributed significantly to the Aztecs' scoring. The second half saw San Diego State expand their lead, with a notable 15-foot jumper from DeGourville and a long three-pointer from Tucker Anderson, which capped off the scoring for the Aztecs.
Ultimately, San Diego State's ability to execute their game plan and capitalize on scoring opportunities allowed them to secure a comfortable victory. This win not only ended their losing streak against Utah State but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they head toward the latter part of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USU -1.5 | 146.5 o -110 / u -110 | Utah State Aggies -110 · San Diego State Aztecs -110 |
Leaders
- PointsReese Dixon-Waters20San Diego State Aztecs
- AssistsTaj DeGourville8San Diego State Aztecs
- ReboundsMagoon Gwath9San Diego State Aztecs
- PointsMJ Collins Jr.18Utah State Aggies
- AssistsKolby King5Utah State Aggies
- ReboundsAdlan Elamin6Utah State Aggies
Recent form
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 6-4Streak L274.1 scored · 67.1 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L74-83at Colorado State RamsFeb 21
- L63-73vs Grand Canyon LopesFeb 18
- 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
Utah State Aggies
Last 10: 8-2Streak L181.9 scored · 71.3 allowed per game3-1 away
- 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
- L76-86vs UNLV RebelsJan 21
Box score
| Stat | Utah State Aggies | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-57 | 30-55 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 8-27 | 7-16 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 44 |
| Free throws | 16-24 | 22-33 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 26 |
| Assists | 11 | 18 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 36 |
| Fouls | 25 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 16 | 77 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-56Tucker Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half40-58Tae Simmons makes layup (Taj DeGourville assists)
- 2nd Half40-60Taj DeGourville makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-60Drake Allen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-60Mason Falslev makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-60Drake Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-61Tae Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-62Tae Simmons makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-63Tae Simmons makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-65Taj DeGourville makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-65Mason Falslev makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kolby King assists)
- 2nd Half48-66Miles Byrd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-67Miles Byrd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-69Miles Heide makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Taj DeGourville assists)
- 2nd Half51-69Mason Falslev makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-72Taj DeGourville makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half51-73Taj DeGourville makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half51-75Elzie Harrington makes 16-foot jumper (Taj DeGourville assists)
- 2nd Half52-75MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-75MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-75Adlan Elamin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-75Adlan Elamin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-77Elzie Harrington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-77MJ Collins Jr. makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-77MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-77MJ Collins Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mason Falslev assists)
- 2nd Half61-79Reese Dixon-Waters makes layup
- 2nd Half61-80Reese Dixon-Waters makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-82Tae Simmons makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half62-82Karson Templin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-83Magoon Gwath makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-83Mason Falslev makes layup (Kolby King assists)
- 2nd Half64-85Miles Heide makes layup (Miles Byrd assists)
- 2nd Half65-85MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-86Magoon Gwath makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-86MJ Collins Jr. makes layup (Kolby King assists)
- 2nd Half69-86MJ Collins Jr. makes layup (Zach Keller assists)
- 2nd Half69-87Taj DeGourville makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-89Taj DeGourville makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half72-89Tucker Anderson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kolby King assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego State Aztecs, below favours Utah State Aggies.
Venue
- Viejas ArenaSan Diego, CA
- Attendance12414
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Amy Bonner, Randy Richardson
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