FRESNO, Calif. (Interstat) — Fresno State cruised to an 86-56 victory over Utah State in a Mountain West women’s basketball game Wednesday night at Save Mart Center.

The Bulldogs seized control early, building a 24-14 lead after the first quarter and extending it to 42-25 by halftime. They maintained their offensive efficiency throughout, shooting 47.9% from the field and outrebounding the Aggies 16-4 on the offensive glass.

Emilia Long led Fresno State with 21 points. Djessira Diawara added 12 points. Elise Livingston scored 16 points for Utah State, which shot just 40% from the field and committed 17 turnovers.

Fresno State improved to 8-9 overall. Utah State dropped to 6-10.