Reese Dixon-Waters hits season-high 23 points as San Diego State beats Wyoming at Viejas Arena
Aztecs respond after recent setback, leaning on free throws and second-half separation
San Diego State used a strong second half and a season-high scoring night from guard Reese Dixon-Waters to defeat Wyoming 72-63 on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, at Viejas Arena. The win moved the Aztecs to 16-6 overall and 10-2 in Mountain West play, restoring momentum after a setback at Utah State over the weekend.
Dixon-Waters finished with 23 points on 6-of-10 shooting, including 2-of-5 from three-point range, and went 9-of-12 at the free-throw line. His output was central to an offense that found its rhythm later, particularly at the foul line, as San Diego State repeatedly generated contact to steady possessions and close out the game.
How the game turned
Wyoming opened with an early burst before San Diego State took control in the first half. The Aztecs grabbed the lead with about six minutes left before intermission and carried a 35-24 advantage into halftime, with Dixon-Waters pacing the scoring early.
In the second half, San Diego State pushed a 10-point margin into a 17-point cushion during a decisive 7-0 run, reaching 65-48 with under four minutes left. Dixon-Waters scored 15 of his 23 points after halftime, a stretch that helped the Aztecs absorb Wyoming’s midgame response and maintain separation late.
Key contributors and efficiency
Reese Dixon-Waters: 23 points, 6-for-10 from the field, 9-for-12 at the line.
Miles Byrd: 12 points and eight rebounds, adding consistent pressure at the stripe (6-for-8).
Pharaoh Compton: eight points on 4-of-5 shooting, providing efficient interior finishing.
Teamwide, San Diego State shot 45.1% while holding Wyoming to 32.1%, a gap that reflected both defensive discipline and the Aztecs’ ability to create higher-percentage looks during their key stretches.
Wyoming’s resistance
Wyoming, now 13-10 overall and 4-8 in conference play, received balanced scoring but struggled to match San Diego State’s second-half execution. Khaden Bennett led the Cowboys with 14 points and added four assists and three steals. Damarion Dennis also scored 14, while Uriyah Rojas contributed 11 points and five assists.
San Diego State’s control of the late-game margin hinged on a larger second-half scoring push and steady production at the free-throw line.
The result also completed a season sweep for San Diego State against Wyoming, giving the Aztecs a timely win as the Mountain West standings tighten and postseason positioning becomes increasingly sensitive to each conference outcome.