LOGAN, Utah (Interstat) — Utah State edged Illinois State 83-78 in a nonconference men’s basketball game Saturday at Behnken Field House.

The Aggies improved to 9-1, while the Redbirds fell to 8-3. Utah State led 40-33 at halftime and maintained a narrow advantage throughout the second half. Illinois State’s Ty Pence led all scorers with 21 points. Utah State’s balanced attack featured 20 points from MJ Collins and 18 from Garry Clark. The Aggies dominated inside, outscoring the Redbirds 50-40 in the paint. Utah State also converted 26 points off turnovers. Attendance was 2,539.