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SDSU stunned by Troy Trojans in double OT thriller

Miles Byrd’s heroic heave forced overtime, but the Aztecs’ third comeback try rimmed out as Troy escaped with the win

Senior Guard Reese Dixon-Waters celebrates after a defensive stop on Nov. 18th 2025 vs Troy at Viejas Arena.

Sometimes even miracles aren’t enough.

That was the case for San Diego State on Tuesday night, as an unbelievable half-court heave by Miles Byrd at the end of regulation couldn’t save the Aztecs from heartbreak, with SDSU falling in a double-overtime instant classic to Troy University, 108-107. It was a dramatic game packed with wild swings, clutch moments and a gut-wrenching final possession that left the Aztecs just one point short.