John Locher
Utah State head coach Craig Smith yells toward the court against Saint Mary's during the second half of a NCAA college basketball game Monday, Nov. 19, 2018, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Neemias Queta had 24 points, nine rebounds and five blocks to lead Utah State to an 80-63 victory over Saint Mary's on Monday night in the heavyweight bracket of the MGM Main Event.
The Aggies shot 49 percent (29 of 50) from the floor, while stifling Saint Mary's to 29 percent.
Utah State outrebounded the Gaels, 41-32, while outscoring them in the paint, 34-24.