LAS VEGAS (Interstat) — Utah State used a strong second half to defeat San Diego State 73-62 in a Mountain West men’s basketball game Saturday at T-Mobile Arena.

The game was tied at halftime, but the Aggies outscored the Aztecs 39-27 after the break. Utah State’s defense forced 13 turnovers and recorded nine steals, converting those into key baskets.

Reese Dixon-Waters led San Diego State with 20 points. Utah State’s MJ Collins also scored 20, while Mason Falslev added 16 points and six assists. The Aggies improved to 28-6, while the Aztecs fell to 22-11.