San Diego State Stuns No. 6 Houston in Overtime at Players Era Festival

The Aztecs secured a dramatic 73-70 victory in Las Vegas, overcoming a double-digit deficit to claim third place in the tournament.

Miles Byrd led San Diego State with 18 points, including key free throws in regulation and a decisive reverse layup in overtime.
Nick Boyd scored all 12 of his points in the second half and overtime, helping the Aztecs erase Houston's early 11-point lead.
Houston's Emanuel Sharp and L.J. Cryer combined for 44 points, but the Cougars struggled with limited bench contributions and late-game execution.
San Diego State improved its rebounding in the second half, overcoming a first-half deficit on the boards to edge out Houston in physical play.
The Aztecs advance to Mountain West Conference play on December 4, while Houston prepares to host Butler on December 7.