San Diego State managed to prolong their season at home in a quarterfinal matchup against Georgia Tech. The Aztecs once again received tremendous hometown support, and they won, 72-56.
San Diego State came off an exceptional performance against Washington, and they expected similar results against Georgia Tech. While senior Winston Shepard led the way against Washington, the Aztecs found their hero in sophomore guard Trey Kell against Georgia Tech. Kell notched 18 points and. More than anything, the Aztecs found relief in Georgia Tech's dismal second half offense.
Georgia Tech didn't seem ready for San Diego State's electrifying Viejas Arena.