James leads Wyoming over New Mexico 88-81
LARAMIE, Wyo. -- Justin James had 28 points and 12 rebounds as Wyoming beat New Mexico 88-81 on Saturday. A.J. Banks added 20 points for the Cowboys.
Hunter Thompson had 14 points for Wyoming (8-23, 4-14 Mountain West Conference). Jake Hendricks added 11 points.
Carlton Bragg scored a career-high 22 points and had 20 rebounds for the Lobos (13-17, 7-11). Makuach Maluach added 18 points. Vance Jackson had 13 points and 11 rebounds.
The Cowboys leveled the season series against the Lobos with the win. New Mexico defeated Wyoming 83-53 on Jan. 19.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Rick Randall
- Kelly Pfeifer
- David Hall
2024-25 Mountain West Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 5-0 | - | 15-1 |
| New Mexico | 5-0 | - | 13-3 |
| Boise State | 4-1 | 1 | 12-4 |
| San Diego State | 3-1 | 1.5 | 10-3 |
| Colorado State | 3-1 | 1.5 | 9-6 |
| UNLV | 3-1 | 1.5 | 9-6 |
| Wyoming | 2-3 | 3 | 9-7 |
| Nevada | 0-4 | 4.5 | 8-7 |
| Air Force | 0-4 | 4.5 | 3-12 |
| San José State | 0-5 | 5 | 7-10 |
| Fresno State | 0-5 | 5 | 4-12 |
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