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San Francisco defeats BYU 82-74 despite Rudi Williams’ 28 points

Cougars fall to 4-4 in the West Coast Conference

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) BYU's Rudi Williams, shown during a game against Gonzaga on Jan. 12, scored 28 points in a loss to San Francisco on Saturday night.

San Francisco • Tyrell Robert scored 30 points to lead San Francisco over BYU 82-74 on Saturday night.

Roberts was 6-of-12 shooting, including 4 for 8 from distance, and went 14 for 16 from the free-throw line for the Dons (14-9, 3-5 West Coast Conference). Khalil Shabazz added 21 points and five rebounds, while Zane Meeks scored 13.

The Cougars (14-9, 4-4) were led by Rudi Williams’ 28 points. Gideon George added 12 points and three steals, while Jaxson Robinson scored 11.

San Francisco took the lead with 18:44 remaining in the first half and did not give it up.

NEXT UP

Both teams next play Saturday. San Francisco visits San Diego while BYU hosts Saint Mary’s (CA).

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