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San Diego State secures 71-68 win over San Jose State

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San Diego State Secures Narrow Victory Over San Jose State

In an exciting college basketball matchup on Tuesday night, Magoon Gwath delivered an impressive performance, scoring 24 points to lead San Diego State to a narrow 71-68 win against San Jose State. The Aztecs improved their record to 14-5 overall and 7-3 within the Mountain West Conference with this victory.

In addition to Gwath’s standout effort, he also contributed seven rebounds, playing a key role in the team’s success. Miles Byrd added his strengths as well, hitting 5 of his 10 shots from the field, including three 3-pointers, which helped him notch 13 points. Nicholas Boyd also made his mark by scoring 11 points, connecting on 4 of 10 attempts from the floor and going 2 for 3 at the charity stripe. Boyd’s notable performance was complemented by his nine rebounds and five assists, showcasing his versatile skills.

The San Jose State Spartans, now at 10-12 overall and 3-7 in conference play, saw Latrell Davis lead their scoring effort with 23 points. Josh Uduje also made an impact, contributing 21 points along with four steals. Additionally, Donavan Yap provided support to the team by finishing with 11 points.

During the first half, Gwath was particularly effective, scoring 14 points, but San Diego State found themselves down at halftime, trailing 41-29. However, the team regrouped and came out strong in the second half, outscoring San Jose State by 13 points. Byrd was instrumental in the comeback, tallying 13 points in the final half, helping to propel the Aztecs to an exhilarating victory.