Kennesaw State Dominates New Mexico State 76-53
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · VyStar Arena
Kennesaw State Owls 76, New Mexico State Aggies 53, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won New Mexico State Aggies vs Kennesaw State Owls?
Kennesaw State Owls beat New Mexico State Aggies 76-53 at VyStar Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in New Mexico State Aggies vs Kennesaw State Owls?
Kennesaw State Owls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive win, the Kennesaw State Owls triumphed over the New Mexico State Aggies with a final score of 76-53 at VyStar Arena. This victory marks a significant moment for Kennesaw State, improving their record to 15-8, while New Mexico State falls to 10-12. The Owls showcased their offensive prowess, scoring an average of 78.9 points in their last ten games, while holding their opponents to an average of 79.7 points.
Kennesaw State came into this matchup with a mixed record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers 72-69 on January 29. Their home record remains impressive at 4-0 in their last four home games, and they have averaged 81.0 points while allowing 79.0 points in their last five games. In contrast, New Mexico State struggled, losing three consecutive games and holding a 3-7 record in their last ten outings. They averaged 78.0 points scored but allowed an average of 71.3 points, indicating a defensive vulnerability.
Historically, Kennesaw State has had the upper hand in their recent meetings against New Mexico State, winning two out of three encounters. Their last matchup on March 13, 2025, ended with Kennesaw State winning 80-77, while they also secured a win earlier that season on January 24, 2025, with a score of 69-56. The only loss came on February 22, 2025, where they fell 49-60.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability for either team, which could have impacted the game dynamics. However, both teams were expected to field their regular lineups.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Kennesaw State favored by 3.5 points with a total set at 159.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Kennesaw State's ability to win, reflected in their moneyline of -185. New Mexico State's moneyline was set at 154.0, suggesting they were viewed as the underdogs.
The conditions at VyStar Arena were conducive for basketball, with no adverse weather conditions reported, allowing for a typical indoor game environment.
Viewers were treated to a display of offensive efficiency from Kennesaw State, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included Jaden Harris hitting a 23-foot three-point jumper to extend the lead, and the Owls capitalizing on free throws, which contributed significantly to their scoring. New Mexico State struggled to keep pace, unable to find their rhythm as the game progressed.
Overall, Kennesaw State's performance solidified their position as a competitive force in the league, while New Mexico State will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KENN -3.5 | 159.5 o -105 / u -115 | New Mexico State Aggies +154 · Kennesaw State Owls -185 |
Leaders
- PointsRJ Johnson20Kennesaw State Owls
- AssistsRJ Johnson7Kennesaw State Owls
- ReboundsRJ Johnson9Kennesaw State Owls
- PointsJemel Jones13New Mexico State Aggies
- AssistsJemel Jones2New Mexico State Aggies
- ReboundsJulius Mims10New Mexico State Aggies
Recent form
Kennesaw State Owls
Last 10: 5-5Streak W178.9 scored · 79.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W72-69vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 29
- L76-82at Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 23
- L87-93at Sam Houston BearkatsJan 22
- W81-65at Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 17
- W89-86vs Florida International PanthersJan 15
- W88-82vs Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 10
- W90-80vs Missouri State BearsJan 8
- L52-67at Delaware Blue HensJan 4
- L73-81at Liberty FlamesJan 3
- L81-92at Alabama Crimson TideDec 21
New Mexico State Aggies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L378 scored · 71.3 allowed per game1-3 away
- L64-73vs Delaware Blue HensJan 29
- L78-81vs Florida International PanthersJan 24
- L75-84vs Missouri State BearsJan 23
- W97-68at Delaware Blue HensJan 17
- L71-73at Liberty FlamesJan 15
- L55-59vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersJan 11
- W80-64vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 9
- L82-89at Missouri State BearsJan 4
- L74-89at Florida International PanthersJan 2
- W104-33vs Southwest MustangsDec 28
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 | Kennesaw State Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 12-48 | 22-52 |
| Field goal % | 25 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 2-16 | 7-24 |
| Three-point % | 13 | 29 |
| Free throws | 27-35 | 25-36 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 28 |
| Assists | 6 | 13 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 30 |
| Fouls | 25 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 28 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 17 | 82 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-51Braedan Lue makes 24-foot three point jumper (RJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half28-51Cyr Malonga makes layup
- 2nd Half28-53Frankquon Sherman makes driving layup (RJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half29-53Julius Mims makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-55RJ Johnson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half30-55Elijah Elliott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-55Elijah Elliott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-56RJ Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-56Chris Terrell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jayland Randall assists)
- 2nd Half34-57Frankquon Sherman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-58Amir Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-59Amir Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-59Jayland Randall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-60Jaden Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-61Jaden Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-61Elijah Elliott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-61Elijah Elliott makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-63Trey Simpson makes layup (Amir Taylor assists)
- 2nd Half37-64Amir Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-65Amir Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-65Augustine Ekwe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-65Augustine Ekwe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-66Amir Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-67Amir Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-67Augustine Ekwe makes 3-foot dunk (Elijah Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half41-69Darius Washington III makes layup (Frankquon Sherman assists)
- 2nd Half42-69Augustine Ekwe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-69Augustine Ekwe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-71Frankquon Sherman makes layup (RJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half44-71Jemel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-71Jemel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-71Chris Terrell makes layup
- 2nd Half47-72Frankquon Sherman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-75Jaden Harris makes 23-foot three point jumper (RJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half48-75Jemel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-75Jemel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-75Chris Terrell makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-76Eric Holland makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-76Jae'Coby Osborne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-76Jae'Coby Osborne makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Kennesaw State Owls, below favours New Mexico State Aggies.
Venue
- VyStar ArenaKennesaw, GA
- Attendance1377
- OfficialsRodrick Dixon, Craig Murley, Chris Ford
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