Brian Dutcher's team wasn't at full strength, but it didn't need to be to dispense of Long Beach State with little trouble.

San Diego State shook off a clunky start on the offensive end and coasted to a 77-45 win in their season debut.

Five Aztecs scored in double-figures, with Miles Byrd and freshman guard Elzie Harrington scoring 13 to lead the way. Miles Heide, Taj DeGourville and freshman forward Tae Simmons each added 10.

It took a little while for SDSU to find its offensive rhythm. They managed just 17 points over the first 13 minutes. Harrington hit a three to put the Aztecs ahead 20-18 with 6:50 remaining in the first half. Byrd scored eight points in a span of 68 seconds to go ahead 32-22.

The Aztecs led 40-25 by halftime and Long Beach never threatened the rest of the way.

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