San Diego State Aztecs: 5 Most Important Players in 2014 NCAA Tournament By John Lloyd PREV NEXT San Diego State Aztecs: 5 Most Important Players Getty Images Coach Steve Fisher has the San Diego State Aztecs dancing for the fifth straight season. In one of his best coaching jobs yet, he has the Aztecs as a No. 4 seed facing the New Mexico State Aggies in the second round. Which players are the most important to the success of the Aztecs? 5. Skylar Spencer Getty Images 5. Skylar Spencer Getty Images Skylar Spencer is Davis’ partner-in-crime on the glass. He is not the rebounder that Davis is, but he’s the rim protector who allows SDSU to play such tight defense. He averages almost three blocks a game. 4. JJ O'Brien Getty Images 4. JJ O'Brien Getty Images A talented wing player who plays defense, JJ O’Brien scores eight points per game and grabs five boards. If he can keep his offense going, he could be the most dangerous player on the team. 3. Winston Shepard Getty Images 3. Winston Shepard Getty Images The defensive-minded wing coach Fisher loves, Winston Shepard also provides 12 points per game while getting to the line the second-most on the team. 2. Josh Davis Getty Images 2. Josh Davis Getty Images Arguably one of the most underrated players in the country, Josh Davis is a tenacious rebounder who averages 10 boards a game. He does not score well, but he crashes the boards hard on offense to keep the offense alive. 1. Xavier Thames Getty Images 1. Xavier Thames Getty Images The MWC POY, Xavier Thames is a great shooter who is also a willing passer. He’s the most valuable player on not only this Aztec team, but probably in the conference. Teams in this article » San Diego State Aztecs Share You May Also Like Related Stories 5 Bold Predictions For No. 8 San Diego State vs. No. 9 St. John's 2015 NCAA Tournament Preview: No. 8 San Diego State vs. No. 9 St. John’s 2015 NCAA Tournament Profile: San Diego State Aztecs San Diego State's Dwayne Polee Shows Heart As He Returns To the Hardwood San Diego State vs. Boise State Game Analysis, Prediction 5 Things San Diego State Must Accomplish During Conference Play