Hot-shooting Aztecs overwhelm Lamar to secure 89–71 win

Decorative BackgroundMiles Byrd’s breakout night and a 44-point bench effort carried SDSU to a home victory

Miles Byrd goes against two defenders during San Diego States game against Lamar at Viejas Arena on December 10th, 2025

San Diego State men’s basketball has spent the early part of the season challenging its own identity. A program so often defined by defense is suddenly finding wins through sheer scoring volume, and Wednesday night at Viejas Arena became another example. The Aztecs overpowered Lamar 89-71 by pouring in 51 first-half points and using a balanced rotation, with all 11 players scoring.

The game opened at a frantic pace, and SDSU welcomed it. Lamar, ranked among the nation’s…