Aztecs Expect Magoon Gwath Back, Elzie Harrington Out Longer

San Diego State basketball team provides updates on injured starters ahead of Nevada game

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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San Diego State basketball coach Brian Dutcher said the team expects sophomore forward Magoon Gwath to return for Saturday's home game against Nevada after missing the past six games with a hip injury. However, freshman guard Elzie Harrington, who has missed the last four games with a lower leg injury, will likely be sidelined for another week.

Why it matters

Getting Gwath back is a big boost for the Aztecs, who have gone 4-2 in his absence but lost two road games. Harrington's continued absence will be felt, as he scored a team-high 16 points in the Aztecs' previous loss to Grand Canyon.

The details

Dutcher said Gwath has practiced for two days and looked good, though the team will be cautious in determining his playing time. Harrington is eager to play but the coaches want to err on the side of caution and hold him out for another week, likely returning for the road game against Colorado State.

  • Magoon Gwath last played on January 18, 2026.
  • Elzie Harrington has missed the past four games.
  • Aztecs play Nevada at home on February 15, 2026.
  • Aztecs play Grand Canyon at home on February 18, 2026.
  • Aztecs play Colorado State on the road on February 25, 2026.

The players

Magoon Gwath

A 7-foot sophomore forward for the San Diego State Aztecs basketball team who has missed the past six games with a hip injury.

Elzie Harrington

A freshman guard for the San Diego State Aztecs basketball team who has missed the past four games with a lower leg injury.

Brian Dutcher

The head coach of the San Diego State Aztecs basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“Magoon has practiced for two days and he's looked pretty good. Based on how he does today, we'll determine whether we use him (for significant) minutes or not. That could be anything from starting or coming off the bench.”

— Brian Dutcher, Head Coach (San Diego Union-Tribune)

“Elzie wants to play, but out of an abundance of caution, we will hold him out probably two more games and have him back on the road against Colorado State.”

— Brian Dutcher, Head Coach (San Diego Union-Tribune)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Getting Gwath back is a big boost for the Aztecs, who have managed to stay competitive in his absence but will be looking to him to provide a spark as they make a push towards the postseason. The continued absence of Harrington is a concern, but the coaches are wisely taking a cautious approach to ensure he is fully healthy before returning to the lineup.