TEMPE, Ariz. (Interstat) — Arizona State cruised to a 73-48 victory over Northern Arizona in a men’s nonconference basketball game Tuesday night at Wells Fargo Arena.

The Sun Devils (8-2) led 35-26 at halftime and extended their advantage with a 38-point second half. The Lumberjacks (4-5) struggled offensively after the break, scoring only 22 points. Arizona State’s defense held firm throughout, securing a comfortable win in front of 7,250 fans. The result improved Arizona State’s home record and handed Northern Arizona its second consecutive loss.