Just over a year ago, Mountain West champion Boise State (22-7, 12-4 MW) who were then 8-1 just got by then 1-6 San Jose State (17-12, 8-8 MW) 87-86.
Last month at Boise, the Spartans nearly beat.
In a game with the electric buzz of an environment in March, the Broncos managed one of their best defensive performances this season in the second half.