Perhaps Arizona State is not prepared to abandon its moniker of “Guard U” just yet.
In a 102-94 win over Cal State Fullerton, a game that required two extra periods, it was the Sun Devils’ array of ball handlers, large and small alike that carried them to an opening-night victory.
The Titans’ backcourt duo of Khalil Ahmad and Kyle Allman Jr. gave their Pac-12 foe all it could handle, combining for 64 points. However, the starting five of ASU was more balanced, totaling 80 points to withstand the scoring barrage.
“They were tough guards.