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New Mexico Lobos vs UNLV Runnin' Rebels Recap - New Mexico Wins 75-73
New Mexico got 22 points and 1 assists from Nelly Junior Joseph en route to a 75-73 victory over UNLV on Saturday at Thomas & Mack Center.
New Mexico earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -4.0-point spread.
Nelly Junior Joseph had 22 points for New Mexico and Tru Washington chipped in with 9 points. Filip Borovicanin had 3 assists for them, while Nelly Junior Joseph was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 18 boards.
UNLV got a 18-point performance from Dedan Thomas Jr., who was supported by 16 points from Julian Rishwain. Dedan Thomas Jr. had 7 assists in a losing cause for UNLV, while Pape N'Diaye grabbed 8 rebounds.
New Mexico trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.
New Mexico had a 40-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New Mexico looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Utah State. UNLV will aim to get back on the winning track at Utah State.