New Mexico State wins 76-71 against Northern Colorado
LAS CRUCES, N.M. -- — Christian Cook's 26 points helped New Mexico State defeat Northern Colorado 76-71 on Saturday.
Cook was 8-of-11 shooting, including 5 for 7 from 3-point range, and went 5 for 5 from the line for the Aggies (3-2). Femi Odukale scored 18 points while shooting 4 of 8 from the field and 9 for 15 from the line, and added eight rebounds and four steals. Jaylin Jackson-Posey had 14 points and was 4-of-10 shooting, including 2 for 4 from 3-point range, and went 4 for 4 from the line.
The Bears (2-2) were led by Dejour Reaves, who recorded 16 points and two steals. Saint Thomas added 15 points, 13 rebounds and three steals for Northern Colorado. Riley Abercrombie also had 12 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Brent Dugas
- Ryan McCarty
- Chance Moore
2024-25 Big Sky Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Arizona | 0-0 | - | 8-4 |
| Northern Colorado | 0-0 | - | 8-5 |
| Portland State | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| Montana | 0-0 | - | 7-6 |
| Weber State | 0-0 | - | 6-7 |
| Idaho State | 0-0 | - | 5-6 |
| Idaho | 0-0 | - | 5-8 |
| Montana State | 0-0 | - | 5-8 |
| Eastern Washington | 0-0 | - | 3-9 |
| Sacramento State | 0-0 | - | 3-9 |
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 12-1 |
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 11-2 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 9-3 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 7-5 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 6-6 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 5-7 |
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