It was a good homecoming for Malik Pope.
The Sacramento native scored the first six points of the game in his season debut against California.
He finished with 14 before fouling out in his first action after missing three games with a knee injury.
The game was being played at the Golden 1 Center which is the new NBA home of the Kings.
Jeremy Hemsley led the Aztecs with 15 points.
Matt Shrigley knocked down three treys – including a bank shot in the first half to help SDSU build a 42-25 halftime lead.
Trey Kell and Matt Hoetzel each added 11 while Victor Izundu also got some playing time but collected only three rebounds and four fouls in 19 minutes of action.
Local
With the big win, the Aztecs improved to 3-1 while the Bears fell to 2-1. SDSU is now undefeated when playing in an NBA arena this season.
Next up for the Aztecs is a Monday evening contest against Savannah State on November 28 at Viejas Arena.
