Fresno State Edges Georgia State in Overtime
The Bulldogs won at home before a crowd of 2,754 that looked far smaller on the opening tip.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Basketball
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Fresno State men's basketball, now 2-1 this season, beat Georgia State in overtime on a Tuesday night in early November. Video of a nearly empty opening tip went viral on social media.
Why it matters
The sparse crowd raised questions about support for a program that last reached the NCAA tournament in 2016. The contrast with Georgia State, which has made the tournament four times in 12 years, highlights the gap the Bulldogs are trying to close.
The official attendance was listed at 2,754, while about 14 spectators were visible at the opening tip. Fresno State is 2-1 this season and last made the NCAA tournament in 2016.
The players
Fresno State men's basketball team
The program represents Fresno State University in Division I men's college basketball and plays its home games in Fresno, California.
Georgia State Panthers
The men's basketball program of Georgia State University in Atlanta competes in the Sun Belt Conference and has made the NCAA tournament several times in recent years.
Brian Amuneke
Amuneke is a Fresno State guard who commented publicly on the team's fan support after the game.
The details
Fresno State beat Georgia State in overtime at home. Guard Brian Amuneke said the fan base will support the team once it starts winning.
Timeline
2016: Fresno State last made the NCAA tournament.
Past 12 years: Georgia State made the NCAA tournament four times.
Early November, Tuesday night: Fresno State beat Georgia State in overtime before a sparse crowd.
Season Trajectory
Fresno State's last NCAA tournament appearance came in 2016, and its 2-1 start leaves it well short of that level. The game against Georgia State is measured against that history as the Bulldogs try to rebuild fan interest and competitive standing.
The 2-1 start and the team's return to a home arena with a small crowd shape the early season picture for fans and fantasy followers. Local supporters who want to change the atmosphere have a direct stake in the team's results over the coming weeks.
The takeaway
Attendance at college games depends heavily on winning and visible momentum, so early results can shape whether fans return. Readers following Fresno State should watch whether a winning run brings the crowd back.
Further reading
For more on the program's season, see Basketball coverage for the Fresno area.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox News.
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