San Diego State University turns bench points and fast breaks into separation against the University of New Mexico at Thomas and Mack Center

San Diego State University moved to 64 points in a 64-62 semifinal win while the University of New Mexico finished with 62 points in Las Vegas, and the game featured 7 ties and 10 lead changes.

The Aztecs finished with a 23-13 edge in field goals and carried 37-33 at halftime at Thomas and Mack Center as the Lobos headed to the break.

First half

San Diego State University produced 37 first-half points behind 32 points in the paint for the game and 17 fast-break points overall as tempo created early scoring chances.

The Aztecs also logged 16 assists and 10 steals in the game, and those sequences helped offset 5 made 3-pointers on 24 percent from deep.

The University of New Mexico stayed within reach by scoring 33 first-half points and collecting 15 offensive rebounds as second chances kept the Pack attached.

The Lobos also forced action with 9 steals and 13 points off turnovers while shooting 33 percent from the field in the game.

Second half

San Diego State University scored 27 after halftime, and the San Diego State Aztecs vs New Mexico Lobos turning point came through bench production that totaled 36 points for SDSU.

The Aztecs leaned on 51 percent shooting on 2-point attempts and converted 62 percent at the line to manage late possessions in a 2-point game.

The University of New Mexico scored 29 in the second half and reached 28 free-throw attempts, but 54 percent at the stripe left points unused in a 2-point margin.

The Lobos also finished with 46 total rebounds and 9 second-chance points, yet 11 turnovers and 42 true shooting percent shaped the closing stretch.

Post game analysis

The San Diego State Aztecs vs New Mexico Lobos key moments included SDSU’s 10-6 biggest lead edge and a 12-11 advantage in assists that matched the tight finish shown by 7 ties.

San Diego State Aztecs post-match stats showed 43 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 13 turnovers, while the Lobos recorded 3 blocks, 12 assists, and 11 turnovers.

Among holdovers from the previous game, Magoon Gwath’s 17 points and 60 percent field-goal rate, BJ Davis’ 6 assists, and Miles Byrd’s 4 steals reflect the kinds of contributions that fit SDSU’s steal-and-run profile.

Next game

San Diego State University will be back at Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA on 3/14/2026 at 6:10 PM EDT against the Utah State Aggies, with CBS carrying the broadcast.

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