Game Facts
- Time: Tonight, February 15th, 2025 (8:00 PM MST)
- Location: Viejas Arena (San Diego, California)
- Odds: Aztecs by 2.5
- TV: CBSSN
- Radio: 670 KBOI/Here or Stream
- Commentators: Rich Waltz (PBP), Darren Collison (Analyst)
Exciting Facts and Such
1. Record Chasing
Alvero Cardenas is only 1 assist away from breaking the single-season program record. The record, previously held by La’Shard Anderson, came in the 2010-11 season when he put up a cool 165. Tyson Degenhart is also chasing the all-time scoring record in program history, currently 156 short of the record 1,789.
2. Resume Watch
The gauntlet to earn an at-large spot in the tournament has arrived tonight, starting with San Diego State. The Broncos will most likely have to finish 6-1 in their last 7, and can only afford for that one loss to be against Utah State, Nevada, New Mexico, or tonight against San Diego State. Otherwise, it is MW tournament or bust. The Broncos’ records against each quad currently sit at: Q1: 2-3. Q2: 2-3, Q3: 4-0, Q4: 8-1.
3. In for a classic finish?
Last time in Viejas, the Broncos came out victorious in overtime, winning 79-77 following Max Rice’s outrageous 3-pointer. Might just be the craziest you will ever see.
Streaks
Boise State—Won 4
San Diego State—Won 1
Player to Watch
Credit: espn.com
Miles Byrd, G
He was unstoppable for the Broncos defense in the matchup in Boise, putting up 22 points on 50% from beyond the arc and 53% from the field.
Keys to Victory
Shut down the 3
In the loss, the 3-ball is what killed us. They shot a staggering 41% and felt like they couldn’t miss. This time around, we need to shut it down.
Limit Turnovers
Protect the rock and don’t let them get fast break opportunities.
Score Prediction
The Broncos already lost in this one in Boise, and winning in Viejas is no easy feat. That said, the Broncos know what needs to be done and I think they take care of business.
Boise State 76, San Diego State 73
But what are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments!
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