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San Diego State Aztecs Dominate Nevada Wolf Pack in Reno Showdown

In a compelling matchup at the Lawlor Events Center, the San Diego State Aztecs secured a convincing victory over the Nevada Wolf Pack, improving their season record. The final score stood at 69-50, showcasing the Aztecs' dominance on both ends of the court. This win adds another triumph to San Diego State's tally, while Nevada faces another setback this season.


Dec 21, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs forward Jaedon LeDee (13) celebrates with guard Lamont Butler (5) and forward Jay Pal (right) during the second half against the Stanford Cardinal at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Key Highlights from the Game


The game was a testament to San Diego State's robust defense and efficient offense. The Aztecs managed to block 5 shots and steal the ball 7 times, disrupting Nevada's offensive flow throughout the game. Their defensive prowess was complemented by an impressive offensive display, with 21 assists leading to well-executed baskets. Notably, San Diego State capitalized on turnovers, scoring 10 points off Nevada's mistakes.


San Diego State also excelled in rebounding, grabbing a total of 34 rebounds with an almost even split between offensive (8) and defensive (21) boards. This rebounding effort limited second-chance points for Nevada and provided additional scoring opportunities for the Aztecs.


Standout Player Performances


Several players contributed significantly to San Diego State's victory. Taj DeGourville stood out with his shooting accuracy, contributing 14 points on an impressive 67 percent shooting from the field and perfect from beyond the arc and at the free-throw line. Magoon Gwath dominated inside with a double-double of 15 points and 13 rebounds while blocking two shots; his performance was pivotal in controlling both ends of the paint.


Miles Byrd facilitated San Diego State’s offense effectively by dishing out nine assists alongside scoring eleven points himself; his ability to orchestrate playmaking while being defensively active added depth to his team’s gameplay.


On Nevada’s side despite their loss showed resilience through their bench contribution matching that of San Diego States' with both teams’ benches adding twenty-seven points each but struggled overall with field goal percentage standing at just twenty-nine percent compared to SDSU’s forty-eight percent which ultimately contributed heavily towards their defeat.


Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting matchup as The San Diego State Aztecs are set to host The San Jose State Spartans at Viejas Arena in San Diego on January twenty-eighth at eleven PM EDT. This upcoming game will be broadcasted live on Fox Sports one ensuring fans won’t miss any action from what promises to be an engaging encounter between these two teams.


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