Aztecs Host Struggling Bulldogs Amid Mountain West Rivalry

San Diego, California – The San Diego State Aztecs (17-6, 10-4 Mountain West) are preparing to host the Fresno State Bulldogs (5-21, 1-15 MWC) on Tuesday night at Viejas Arena, aiming to extend their winning streak to four games. After a strong performance against Boise State, where they secured a 64-47 victory, the Aztecs hope to maintain momentum in their second matchup against the Bulldogs this regular season.

In Saturday’s win over Boise State, the Aztecs showcased a staunch defensive effort, leading 28-18 at halftime before dominating the second half with a 14-0 run that pushed their lead to 23 points. Senior guard Nick Boyd emerged as a standout, scoring a career-high 24 points. “We’ll practice tomorrow, and we’ll get ready the next day,” Head Coach Brian Dutcher said after the game. “Then we’ll play a Fresno team that’ll play zone against us for 40 minutes. We haven’t seen 40 minutes of zone all year.”

Redshirt freshman Magoon Gwath contributed significantly with eight points, six rebounds, and six blocks, earning Mountain West Freshman of the Week honors for the third time this season. Gwath’s performance has solidified his role in the Aztecs’ lineup as they gear up for the upcoming tournament.

Conversely, the Bulldogs have faced a challenging season, losing 19 of their last 21 games after starting the year at 3-2. They are currently mired in a severe slump, but have shown resilience, reaching overtime in four of those defeats. Despite their struggles, Fresno State is hoping to find a breakthrough against the Aztecs.

The game is set to tip off at 8 p.m. Pacific Time. Fans can watch the game on ESPN. The Aztecs are heavily favored, with ESPN’s Basketball Power Index giving them a 96.9 percent chance of victory. The predicted outcome favors the Aztecs at 80, with the Bulldogs forecasted to score about 60 points.

As the Aztecs continue to solidify their position in the Mountain West standings, both teams look toward building confidence ahead of the postseason. Fanatic support at Viejas Arena could provide the needed energy for the Aztecs to secure a convincing win and keep their streak alive.