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Florida International Downs New Mexico State 77-67 - Match Report
Javaunte Hawkins scored 20 points leading Florida International to a 77-67 victory over New Mexico State at Ocean Bank Convocation Center on Thursday.
Florida International was the ATS victor, as they covered the -1.0-point spread as a favorite.
Dashon Gittens had 17 points for Florida International and Arturo Dean chipped in with 11 points. Arturo Dean had 5 assists for them, while Arturo Dean was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
New Mexico State got 16 points from Femi Odukale in a losing cause and another 14 points from Tanahj Pettway. Jordan Rawls contributed 4 assists for them, while Femi Odukale had 6 rebounds.
Florida International was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
New Mexico State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-23.
Florida International looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the UTEP. New Mexico State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Western Kentucky.