Aztecs Soar Past Bulldogs: San Diego State's Dominance in Spokane
The San Diego State Aztecs showcased their superiority on the court with a commanding 85-57 victory over the Yale Bulldogs. The Aztecs, ranked 24th, improved their record to an impressive tally while the Bulldogs were left searching for answers after another setback. The final score reflected the dominance of San Diego State throughout the game.
From tip-off at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena, it was clear that the Aztecs were in firm control of the game. They established a robust lead early on with 45 points in the first half and maintained their momentum by adding another 40 points in the second half. Their offensive efficiency was on full display as they shot an impressive 53 percent from field goal range and an even more remarkable 48 percent from beyond the arc.
San Diego State's defense was equally formidable, stifling Yale's attempts to find any rhythm. The Aztecs tallied three blocks and matched their opponents with eight steals each, contributing to a total of twelve turnovers for both teams. This defensive pressure allowed them to capitalize on turnovers, scoring nine points off Yale's missteps.
The rebounding battle also went decidedly in favor of San Diego State as they outrebounded Yale by a significant margin with thirty-nine rebounds compared to twenty-five for Yale. This included six offensive boards which led to six second-chance points – mirroring exactly what Yale managed despite fewer opportunities.
A key factor in this matchup was free throw accuracy where San Diego State excelled at eighty-two percent success rate compared to seventy-one percent for Yale. Furthermore, assists were distributed effectively among Aztec players leading to sixteen assists overall which demonstrated their cohesive team play against thirteen assists by Bulldog players.
As fans look ahead, they can mark their calendars for when San Diego State takes on UConn Huskies at TD Garden in Boston on March 28th at 7:39 PM Eastern Time Zone. This upcoming contest will be available for viewing pleasure across TBS/truTV networks ensuring fans won't miss any action as these two teams face off.