Monday’s contest between San Diego State (26-9) and Washington (19-14) pits two teams with differing basketball philosophies. The Huskies average 84.1 points, which ranks sixth in the country. Meanwhile, the Aztecs win with a defense that holds teams to a 60.1 scoring average.
The Huskies’ road to the NIT semifinals in New York takes them to Monday’s second-round game at Viejas Arena — a place where San Diego State rarely loses.
The Aztecs are 118-12 (.908) at home since Nov. 22, 2008. It’s the seventh highest winning percentage in the nation during the span.
“They’ve done quite well for a long, long time,” coach Lorenzo Romar said “They don’t lose there.