BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Charles Minlend wasn't sure what to expect from his San Francisco teammates after the Dons flew back from Ireland following their first loss of the season over the weekend.
Two runs in the first half puncuated by a pair of Minlend dunks, followed by an equally big run in the second half, put any concerns to rest.
MORAGA, Calif. (AP) — Calvin Hermanson scored 18 points and sparked a 14-0 run in the second half that carried No. 21 Saint Mary's to its 12th win in 13 games, 66-46 over San Francisco on Thursday night.
Hermanson started the decisive stretch early in the second half by hitting a 3-pointer and capped it with a layup as the Gaels (18-2, 8-1 West Coast Conference) won for the 23rd time in the past 24 meetings against the Dons (14-8, 4-5).
HONOLULU (AP) — Zylan Cheatham had 16 points and 11 rebounds to help San Diego State beat San Francisco 62-48 on Sunday night for the Diamond Head Classic championship.
San Diego State (8-4) hit nine 3-poiners against the Dons to set a tournament record with 29 makes over three games.