Tipoff: December 22, 2PM HST (4PM PST)
TV: ESPN2
The Aztecs return to the Diamond Head Classic after a 4-year hiatus that featured a nail-biter against Arizona in the final round. This time around the Aztecs are happy to ride a victory against Alabama State into the islands after coming off a very rare 3-game losing streak against Loyola (Ill.), Grand Canyon and Arizona State.
For the Aztecs, just who are these guys? As Coach Steve Fisher has said, “People know San Diego State (basketball) for two things: Kawhi Leonard and defense.” During their losing streak the “vaunted” defense has allowed opponents to make over 45% of their shots.