Spartans Edge Aggies in Defensive Struggle

SAN JOSE, Calif. (Interstat) — Maya Anderson scored 22 points to lead San Jose State to a 58-56 victory over Utah State in a Mountain West women’s basketball game Wednesday night at Event Center.

The Spartans, who improved to 4-23, used a 22-point second quarter to build a lead and held off a late Aggies rally. Utah State, which fell to 6-19, was led by Aitana Rosello Lopez with 14 points and Rachel Wilson with 13.

Both teams struggled offensively, combining to shoot under 37% from the field. San Jose State’s 10 steals and 10 assists proved pivotal in the low-possession game. Utah State dominated inside with 36 paint points but shot just 3 of 28 from three-point range.