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New Mexico Falls 90-87 to Utah State - Recap
Utah State got a 21-point performance from Justin Bean, who added 11 rebounds as Utah State ran past New Mexico 90-87 on Saturday at The Pit.
Utah State did not, however, defeat New Mexico against the spread, which closed at -6.5 at most sportsbooks.
RJ Eytle-Rock had 16 points for Utah State and Sean Bairstow chipped in with 14 points. Rylan Jones had 8 assists for them, while Justin Bean was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
New Mexico got a 29-point performance from Jamal Mashburn Jr., who was supported by 23 points from Javonte Johnson. Jamal Mashburn Jr. had 8 assists in a losing cause for New Mexico, while Jaelen House grabbed 6 rebounds.
Utah State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Utah State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-29.
Utah State heads into a battle against Colorado State. New Mexico, meanwhile, will have their next action against UNLV.