LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Anthony Wrzeszcz’s 16 points helped New Mexico State defeat New Mexico 76-68 on Saturday night.
Wrzeszcz went 5 of 9 from the field, including 4 for 8 from three-point range, to lead the Aggies (3-0). Jemel Jones contributed 15 points while shooting 4 for 14 overall (3 for 10 from three-point range) and 4 of 5 from the free-throw line, adding five rebounds and three steals. Elijah Elliott scored 11 points for New Mexico State.
The Lobos (3-1) were led by Deyton Albury, who finished with 18 points and six rebounds. Uriah Tenette added 13 points, and Tomislav Buljan recorded a double-double with 11 points and 13 rebounds.
New Mexico State and New Mexico entered halftime tied at 27-27. Jayland Randall paced the Aggies in scoring during the first half with seven points. Jones’ three-pointer with 4:19 remaining in the second half gave New Mexico State the lead for good at 65-62.
The Aggies maintained their advantage to secure the 76-68 victory.
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By The Associated Press
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