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Colorado State Defeats San Diego State, Hurting NCAA Tournament Hopes
Rams wear throwback uniforms in victory over Aztecs, likely ending San Diego State's at-large bid chances.
Feb. 22, 2026 at 1:51am
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In a matchup between two of the top teams in the Mountain West Conference, Colorado State defeated San Diego State 72-65 on Saturday. The Rams wore all-orange uniforms as a nod to their roots as the Colorado A&M Aggies, whose colors were 'pumpkin orange' and 'alfalfa green.' The loss likely ends San Diego State's hopes of earning an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Why it matters
This game had major implications for both teams' postseason aspirations. Colorado State strengthened its case for an NCAA Tournament bid, while San Diego State's chances of earning an at-large selection took a significant hit with the defeat.
The details
Colorado State jumped out to an early lead and maintained control throughout the game, defeating San Diego State 72-65. The Rams' all-orange uniforms were a tribute to their history as the Colorado A&M Aggies, whose colors were 'pumpkin orange' and 'alfalfa green.' San Diego State struggled to find its rhythm and was unable to mount a comeback against the hot-shooting Rams.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
The players
Colorado State
The Colorado State Rams are a Division I basketball team that competes in the Mountain West Conference.
San Diego State
The San Diego State Aztecs are a Division I basketball team that also competes in the Mountain West Conference.
What they’re saying
“We wanted to honor our history and roots with the throwback uniforms, and the team really responded to that energy on the court.”
— Niko Medved, Head Coach, Colorado State
“This is a tough loss, but we'll regroup and focus on finishing the regular season strong. We still have a chance to earn an at-large bid, but we know we have work to do.”
— Brian Dutcher, Head Coach, San Diego State
What’s next
Colorado State will look to build on this win as it continues its push for an NCAA Tournament berth, while San Diego State must rebound quickly to keep its postseason hopes alive.
The takeaway
This game highlighted the competitive nature of the Mountain West Conference and the importance of each game for teams vying for NCAA Tournament bids. Colorado State's victory dealt a significant blow to San Diego State's at-large hopes, underscoring the fine line between success and failure at the highest levels of college basketball.
