Florida International Panthers Defeat New Mexico State Aggies 89-74
Friday, January 2, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Ocean Bank Convocation Center
Florida International Panthers 89, New Mexico State Aggies 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New Mexico State Aggies vs Florida International Panthers?
Florida International Panthers beat New Mexico State Aggies 89-74 at Ocean Bank Convocation Center on January 2, 2026.
Who was favored in New Mexico State Aggies vs Florida International Panthers?
New Mexico State Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
The Florida International Panthers secured a decisive victory over the New Mexico State Aggies with a final score of 89-74. This matchup, held at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center, showcased the Panthers' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Aggies significantly. With this win, the Panthers improved their home record to 7-2 and demonstrated their scoring capabilities, averaging 89.0 points per game over their last ten outings.
In their recent form, the Panthers had a mixed record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the Liberty Flames, 94-97. However, they had previously shown strong performances, including a dominant win against the Trinity College of Jacksonville Eagles, where they scored 121 points. Overall, the Panthers averaged 94.0 points in their last five games, while allowing an average of 81.8 points.
Conversely, the New Mexico State Aggies entered this game with a record of 8-4 and were on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Southwest Mustangs 104-33. The Aggies had a solid average of 77.0 points scored per game in their last ten, while allowing 64.9 points. Despite their strong recent form, they struggled against the Panthers, particularly in the second half.
Historically, the Panthers have faced the Aggies twice in the current season, losing both previous encounters. The most recent meeting on February 16, 2025, ended in a 48-76 defeat for the Panthers. This match was crucial for the Panthers as they sought to break their losing streak against the Aggies.
In terms of injuries, the block provided no specific details about player absences, allowing both teams to field their full rosters for this contest. This factor likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Aggies as slight favorites with a spread of 1.5 points and a total set at 157.5. The odds reflected a closely contested matchup, but the Panthers' performance on the court proved otherwise.
The game conditions were conducive to high-scoring play, with both teams showcasing their offensive skills. The Panthers particularly capitalized on their home advantage, which has been a critical factor in their successful season thus far.
Fans watching the game were treated to several notable scoring plays, including impressive alley-oop dunks from Hamed Olayinka, which energized the crowd and highlighted the Panthers' athleticism. As the game progressed, the Panthers maintained control, with key contributions from players like Ashton Williamson and Elijah Elliott, who sealed the victory with crucial baskets in the final moments.
In conclusion, the Florida International Panthers' victory over the New Mexico State Aggies not only showcased their offensive capabilities but also marked a significant turnaround in their head-to-head record against the Aggies this season. With this win, the Panthers look to build momentum as they continue their campaign in the NCAAB.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NMSU -1.5 | 157.5 o -108 / u -112 | New Mexico State Aggies -118 · Florida International Panthers -102 |
Leaders
- PointsCorey Stephenson21Florida International Panthers
- AssistsZawdie Jackson4Florida International Panthers
- ReboundsEric Dibami10Florida International Panthers
- PointsAnthony Wrzeszcz15New Mexico State Aggies
- AssistsAnthony Wrzeszcz3New Mexico State Aggies
- ReboundsChris Terrell4New Mexico State Aggies
Recent form
Florida International Panthers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L189 scored · 81.1 allowed per game6-2 at home
- L94-97vs Liberty FlamesDec 28
- W121-70vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesDec 22
- W86-79vs Long Island University SharksDec 20
- L81-98at Miami HurricanesDec 17
- W88-65vs Jacksonville DolphinsDec 6
- W89-83vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesDec 4
- W74-61vs Omaha MavericksNov 26
- L72-80vs James Madison DukesNov 25
- W104-80vs Fort Lauderdale EaglesNov 19
- L81-98at LSU TigersNov 14
New Mexico State Aggies
Last 10: 7-3Streak W277 scored · 64.9 allowed per game1-2 away
- W104-33vs Southwest MustangsDec 28
- W87-78vs Sam Houston BearkatsDec 21
- L70-83vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneDec 13
- L69-77at Abilene Christian WildcatsDec 6
- L75-77at South Alabama JaguarsDec 3
- W77-58vs Georgia State PanthersNov 26
- W57-45at UC Irvine AnteatersNov 26
- W81-72vs Samford BulldogsNov 22
- W76-68vs New Mexico LobosNov 16
- W74-58vs New Mexico Highlands CowboysNov 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | New Mexico State Aggies | Florida International Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-57 | 31-59 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 10-28 | 8-18 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 44 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 19-26 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 24 |
| Assists | 15 | 20 |
| Steals | 8 | 9 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 42 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 26 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 8 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-52Zawdie Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-53Zawdie Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-53Anthony Wrzeszcz makes 27-foot three point jumper (Elijah Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half42-56Brit Harris makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ibrahim Olajuwon assists)
- 2nd Half43-56Jayland Randall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-56Jayland Randall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-59Brit Harris makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hamed Olayinka assists)
- 2nd Half46-59Chris Terrell makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-62Corey Stephenson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Julian Mackey assists)
- 2nd Half48-62Julius Mims makes layup (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half48-65Ashton Williamson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Thiago Sucatzky assists)
- 2nd Half48-66Ibrahim Olajuwon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-66Chris Terrell makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-67Thiago Sucatzky makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-68Thiago Sucatzky makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-70Eric Dibami makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half50-72Eric Dibami makes layup
- 2nd Half52-72JaeCoby Osborne makes layup
- 2nd Half52-74Ashton Williamson makes layup
- 2nd Half52-75Eric Dibami makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-76Eric Dibami makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-76Elijah Elliott makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-77Corey Stephenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-78Corey Stephenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-80Zawdie Jackson makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-80Elijah Elliott makes 11-foot jumper (JaeCoby Osborne assists)
- 2nd Half56-82Corey Stephenson makes layup (Ashton Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half57-82Anthony Wrzeszcz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-82Cyr Malonga makes layup (Gabe Pickens assists)
- 2nd Half62-82Elijah Elliott makes 26-foot three point jumper (Anthony Wrzeszcz assists)
- 2nd Half65-82Gabe Pickens makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cyr Malonga assists)
- 2nd Half67-82JaeCoby Osborne makes layup
- 2nd Half67-84Hamed Olayinka makes 7-foot alley oop dunk (Corey Stephenson assists)
- 2nd Half67-86Ashton Williamson makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-86JaeCoby Osborne makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half69-88Hamed Olayinka makes 7-foot alley oop dunk (Zawdie Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half69-89Eric Dibami makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-89Elijah Elliott makes layup
- 2nd Half72-89Elijah Elliott makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half74-89Elijah Elliott makes layup (JaeCoby Osborne assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida International Panthers, below favours New Mexico State Aggies.
Venue
- Ocean Bank Convocation CenterMiami, FL
- Attendance431
- OfficialsJoe Lindsay, Courtney Green, Lucas Santos
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