San Diego St defeats Boise St 110-107
Thrilling Conference Showdown: San Diego St Edges Boise St in 3-OT Thriller
The highly anticipated conference matchup between San Diego State (SDSU) and Boise State (BSU) lived up to its billing, as the Aztecs emerged victorious in a heart-stopping 110-107 three-overtime thriller at Viejas Arena.
The game was an instant classic from the opening tip, with both teams displaying impressive intensity and competitiveness. Despite trailing 50-29 at halftime, Boise State used the second half to mount a comeback, cutting the deficit to as few as six points in the final minute of regulation. However, San Diego State's BJ Davis had other plans.
Davis, who led SDSU in scoring, rebounding, and assists, was unstoppable in the fourth quarter, scoring 10 points and grabbing five rebounds to keep his team ahead. His all-around performance was a testament to his versatility and clutch gene, as he converted several crucial baskets down the stretch.
The Aztecs' victory marked their first win over Boise State since 2019 and sends them back into contention in conference play. "We knew it would be a tough one," SDSU coach Brian Dutcher said. "But our guys showed great heart and resilience to come out on top."
For his part, Davis was thrilled with the win, saying only that he was proud of his team's effort. His impressive all-around game stood out, as he scored 22 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, dished six assists, and stole four balls.
Boise State's Javan Buchanan led the Broncos in scoring, but SDSU's stingy defense held him to just 29 points on 76.9% shooting from the field. Despite the loss, Buchanan's performance was still impressive and highlights his status as one of the top scorers in the Mountain West Conference.
The game was a true team effort for San Diego State, which outrebounded Boise State 37-45 but limited their opponent to just 42% shooting from the field. The Aztecs' strong defensive play and timely offense ultimately proved too much for the Broncos to handle.
Game Recap
Game Statistics:
* Field Goals: SDSU (39/73), BSU (33/78)
* 2-Point FG: SDSU (28/49), BSU (19/36)
* 3-Point FG: SDSU (11/24), BSU (14/42)
* Free Throws: SDSU (21/32), BSU (27/31)
* Rebounds: SDSU (37), BSU (45)
* Assists: SDSU (21), BSU (18)
* Turnovers: SDSU (14), BSU (18)
Game Leaders:
* BJ Davis (SDSU): 22 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists, 4 steals
* Javan Buchanan (BSU): 29 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists