Utah State secured a 94-58 victory over Idaho State on Monday night at the Spectrum in Logan. The win marked the first game for Ben Jacobson as the head coach for the Aggies.
The Aggies entered the game without starting center Connor Turnbull, who sustained a foot injury less than 48 hours before the opener. During the game, star guard Mason Falslev recorded nine points and nine rebounds in 21 minutes despite facing foul trouble. Sophomore forward Kingston Tosi, making his career debut after sitting out last season, scored 26 points on 11 of 16 shots, while also recording five rebounds and three steals.
Utah State's offensive start was slow, making only five of the first 13 shots and one of the first nine three-point attempts. The team did not achieve a three-possession lead until the final two minutes of the first half. After an eight-point halftime lead, the Aggies pulled away to win the game.
The win was attributed to the team's ability to defend and rebound during the second half, which allowed the offense to find its stride.
