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After a lengthy visa process that took him from Nigeria to Senegal and finally to San Diego, forward Samson Mashebinu arrives on campus, filling the final scholarship spot amid a wave of foreign‑born players.
San Diego State University entered its summer basketball workouts with just five scholarship players on the court, a stark reduction that reflects a cascade of NCAA eligibility rulings and injury setbacks.
San Diego State’s entry into the Pac‑12 brings a mix of veteran talent and fresh faces, positioning the Aztecs as a dark‑horse contender for the conference crown and a potential automatic tournament berth.
The revived Pac‑12 conference welcomes a mix of established programs and rising contenders, with Gonzaga projected as a top‑five national team, Utah State holding onto star Mason Falslev, and several schools navigating injuries, transfers and coaching changes.
The 2026 Bill Walton Classic will pit the Colorado Buffaloes against the San Diego State Aztecs at Pechanga Arena, highlighting a matchup defined by veteran depth and a storied home‑court edge.
The Aztecs' roster overhaul brings three transfers, three overseas prospects and a freshman, while health questions linger around key big men.