The San Diego State Aztecs (2-1) won a tight one against the Arizona State Sun Devils (2-2) Thursday night 65-63. The Aztecs are now 9-6 against the Sun Devils in Viejas Arena but ASU still leads the series overall 18-12.
The Aztecs’ defense was impressive in the first half with great rebound control, collecting 19 rebounds to the Sun Devils 15.
The breakout performers from the first half were senior guard Matt Bradley with eight points and junior forward Keshad Johnson with six points.
ASU graduate forward Kimani Lawrence was the breakout performer for the Sun Devils, posting 10 points, six rebounds and had a 5-6 field goal percentage.