Utah State Edges Boise State 81-79

In a thrilling Mountain West Conference matchup, No. 25 Utah State defeated Boise State 81-79, thanks to Ian Martinez's four-point play with just 7.3 seconds left. The Aggies, improving to 16-1 overall and 6-0 in conference play, overcame a 13-point deficit in the second half with a strong shooting performance, hitting 11 three-pointers. Martinez led Utah State with 18 points, while Deyton Albury contributed 14 points. Boise State, which had been struggling with three-point shooting, showcased their skills by hitting 14 of 26 attempts from beyond the arc, led by Tyson Degenhart's 22 points. Despite a strong start and holding a four-point halftime lead, the Broncos suffered their second consecutive loss. Both teams displayed resilience and high-level play, exchanging leads throughout the game, but ultimately Utah State's late-game execution secured the victory.