Thu Mar 13 21:30:00 UTC 2025: ## SDSU Aztecs Favored to Continue Tournament Dominance Against Boise State Broncos
**LAS VEGAS, NV –** The San Diego State Aztecs (21-8) will face off against the Boise State Broncos (22-9) in the Mountain West Conference Tournament quarterfinals on Thursday at the Thomas & Mack Center. Tip-off is on CBS Sports Network. The Aztecs enter the matchup as heavy favorites, boasting a 17-game winning streak in the Mountain West quarterfinals, a streak dating back to 2007.
While SDSU’s dominance in the tournament is undeniable, their recent wins have been nail-bitingly close, with ten of their last seventeen victories decided by six points or less or in overtime. This year’s tournament run has already seen the Aztecs rely on different offensive contributors, with Miles Byrd, Taj DeGourville, and Nick Boyd all stepping up at various points.
Despite their impressive record, the Aztecs’ NCAA Tournament hopes are not guaranteed. While some projections have them comfortably in, others have them needing a win to solidify their spot, potentially even facing a First Four play-in game.
Boise State, the preseason Mountain West favorites, enter the game as underdogs. Despite a late-season surge, their record against top teams in the conference leaves them on shaky ground regarding NCAA Tournament selection. A victory over SDSU would significantly boost their chances. However, they face a significant challenge against an Aztec team that has historically dominated them, holding a 20-13 series lead and having swept the Broncos this season. Boise State’s offensive strategies, particularly involving star players Alvaro Cardenas and Tyson Degenhart, have historically been stifled by SDSU’s defensive schemes.
The winner of Thursday’s game will advance to the semifinals on Friday to face either New Mexico or San Jose State. The game will be broadcast on CBSSN.
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