Aggies Dominate Mustangs in 104-33 Victory
Sunday, December 28, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Pan American Center
New Mexico State Aggies 104, Southwest Mustangs 33, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Southwest Mustangs vs New Mexico State Aggies?
New Mexico State Aggies beat Southwest Mustangs 104-33 at Pan American Center on December 28, 2025.
In a commanding display, the New Mexico State Aggies triumphed over the Southwest Mustangs with a staggering score of 104-33. This result not only highlights the Aggies' prowess but also underscores the struggles faced by the Mustangs this season. The game took place at the Pan American Center, where the Aggies have been particularly strong, boasting a home record of 6-1. Their recent form has been impressive, with a record of 7-3 over the last ten games, averaging 74.9 points scored and allowing 68.8 points per game.
The Aggies entered this matchup on the back of a win against the Sam Houston Bearkats, where they secured an 87-78 victory. Their last five games have seen them average 75.6 points while allowing 74.6, indicating a slight vulnerability on defense but a strong offensive output. In contrast, the Mustangs have struggled significantly, suffering a loss in their only recent game against the Aggies, where they managed to score only 52 points while conceding 85. Their season has been marked by difficulties, with an average of just 52.0 points scored and a staggering 85.0 points allowed in their last outing.
The Aggies have proven to be formidable at home, with their home games yielding a solid scoring average and a strong defensive effort. Their previous meeting with the Mustangs earlier in the season resulted in a decisive 85-52 victory for New Mexico State, further establishing their dominance in this matchup. The Mustangs, on the other hand, have not yet found success on the road, holding an away record of 0-1 this season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this encounter. The market had priced the Aggies as heavy favorites, reflecting their strong home performance and the Mustangs' struggles. The home win probability was set at 1.0, indicating complete confidence in the Aggies' ability to secure the win.
The game conditions were conducive for a high-scoring affair, and the Aggies took full advantage. They showcased their offensive capabilities with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. Notable scoring plays included a 24-foot three-point jumper by Kyrese Mullen and a dunk by Chris Terrell, both of which highlighted the Aggies' shooting prowess. The final quarter saw the Aggies extend their lead significantly, with a series of successful plays that left the Mustangs unable to respond effectively.
Overall, the Aggies' performance was a testament to their strength as a team, while the Mustangs will need to regroup after such a heavy defeat. The final score of 104-33 not only reflects the Aggies' dominance in this fixture but also raises questions about the Mustangs' ability to compete moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsJemel Jones19New Mexico State Aggies
- AssistsChris Terrell9New Mexico State Aggies
- ReboundsJae'Coby Osborne11New Mexico State Aggies
- PointsEJay Scroggins14Southwest Mustangs
- AssistsJayvian Lawson2Southwest Mustangs
- ReboundsEJay Scroggins10Southwest Mustangs
Recent form
New Mexico State Aggies
Last 10: 7-3Streak W174.9 scored · 68.8 allowed per game6-1 at home
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Southwest Mustangs
1 game: 0-1Streak L152 scored · 85 allowed per game0-1 away
- L52-85at New Mexico State AggiesDec 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 | Southwest Mustangs | New Mexico State Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 12-60 | 40-78 |
| Field goal % | 20 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 4-32 | 10-30 |
| Three-point % | 13 | 33 |
| Free throws | 5-11 | 14-18 |
| Free throw % | 45 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 62 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 22 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 40 |
| Assists | 6 | 26 |
| Steals | 4 | 14 |
| Blocks | 4 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 34 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 28 |
| Points in the paint | 10 | 56 |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 74 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half14-44Jayland Randall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half14-45Jayland Randall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half14-47Julius Mims makes 2-foot dunk (Jayland Randall assists)
- 1st Half14-49Julius Mims makes 1-foot dunk (Chris Terrell assists)
- 1st Half17-49Jalen Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Steven Masini assists)
- 1st Half17-51Chris Terrell makes layup
- 1st Half17-52Chris Terrell makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half17-54Jemel Jones makes 21-foot jumper (Gabe Pickens assists)
- 2nd Half17-56Julius Mims makes 0-foot alley oop dunk (Gabe Pickens assists)
- 2nd Half17-57Anthony Wrzeszcz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half17-58Anthony Wrzeszcz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half18-58EJay Scroggins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half18-61Chris Terrell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anthony Wrzeszcz assists)
- 2nd Half18-63JaeCoby Osborne makes layup (Anthony Wrzeszcz assists)
- 2nd Half20-63EJay Scroggins makes layup
- 2nd Half20-65Augustine Ekwe makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Anthony Wrzeszcz assists)
- 2nd Half20-67Anthony Wrzeszcz makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half20-68Chris Terrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half20-69Chris Terrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half23-69Kevin Boone makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half23-71Jemel Jones makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half23-74Jemel Jones makes 26-foot three point jumper (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half23-76Jemel Jones makes layup (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half23-78Jayland Randall makes layup
- 2nd Half23-80Chris Terrell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half25-80EJay Scroggins makes 6-foot jumper (Jayvian Lawson assists)
- 2nd Half27-80Kevin Boone makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half27-81Kyrese Mullen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half27-83Gabe Pickens makes layup
- 2nd Half27-86Amarco Doyle makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gabe Pickens assists)
- 2nd Half27-89Kyrese Mullen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gabe Pickens assists)
- 2nd Half27-91Cyr Malonga makes 1-foot dunk (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half27-94Kyrese Mullen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half30-94Vernon Onick III makes 26-foot three point jumper (Luke Cornette assists)
- 2nd Half30-96Chris Terrell makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half30-98Cyr Malonga makes layup (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half30-99Christian Villegas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-101Kyrese Mullen makes layup
- 2nd Half30-104Christian Villegas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chris Terrell assists)
- 2nd Half33-104Vernon Onick III makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kevin Boone assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours New Mexico State Aggies, below favours Southwest Mustangs.
Venue
- Pan American CenterLas Cruces, NM
- Attendance3741
- OfficialsRandal Anders, Tucson Grigg, John Jenkins Jr.
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