Aztecs Outmaneuver Broncos in a Dominant Home Display at Viejas Arena
In a conference game that showcased the San Diego State Aztecs' dominance, the home team outclassed the Boise State Broncos with an assertive 79-54 victory. The Aztecs' season record now stands at an impressive 1-0, while the Broncos face a setback with a record of 0-1.
The San Diego State Aztecs delivered an exceptional performance on their home court at Viejas Arena. From the opening quarter, they set the tone with a solid 20-point effort and maintained their lead throughout, culminating in an explosive third quarter where they racked up 26 points. The final whistle blew to reveal that the Aztecs had nearly doubled their opponents' score in that decisive period.
The defensive prowess of the Aztecs was on full display as they amassed an impressive total of 16 steals compared to just five by Boise State. This aggressive defense translated into significant offensive opportunities, allowing them to score 30 points off turnovers – more than quadruple what Boise State managed.
Offensively, San Diego State showed balance and efficiency across the board. They shot at a consistent fifty percent from both field goal range and beyond the arc while converting eighty percent from the free-throw line. Their two-point shooting was equally effective; twenty-three shots found their mark out of forty-six attempts.
Rebounding also played a crucial role in this comprehensive victory for San Diego State. The team collected thirty-two rebounds with nineteen being defensive and six offensive rebounds contributing to nine second-chance points.
The assists-turnover ratio for San Diego State stood as testament to their careful ball handling and teamwork; seventeen assists were recorded against thirteen turnovers resulting in an admirable ratio of 1.42.
On Boise State's side, despite facing tough opposition, they showed resilience particularly in three-point shooting where they achieved forty percent accuracy making eight out of twenty attempts. Their efforts inside were highlighted by scoring twenty-six points in paint but ultimately fell short against a more cohesive Aztec defense.
Looking ahead for fans of San Diego State basketball: The next challenge awaits as they travel away from home to face Colorado State Rams at Moby Arena located in Fort Collins on February 3rd at noon local time (1:00 PM Pacific Time). Supporters can catch all live action broadcasted directly from Moby Arena ensuring not one moment is missed from what promises to be another exciting matchup for SDSU.