The Western New Mexico Mustangs Men’s Basketball team kicked off their 2024-2025 season with an exhibition game against New Mexico State, resulting in a 77-56 loss. The Mustangs struggled offensively, shooting just 28.3% from the field and 10% from three-point range. Despite this, Carson Kelly led the team with 15 points, supported by efforts from Isaiah Marin and Yves Nkomba. The team showcased resilience with 12 second-chance points and 11 fast-break points but were hindered by 18 turnovers that allowed the Aggies to take an early lead. The Mustangs will face Southern Utah next on November 4, 2024, in Cedar City, Utah.
Looking ahead, the Mustangs will need to focus on refining their offensive strategy, reducing turnovers, and improving their shooting to succeed in future games. With the regular season approaching, continued teamwork and practice will be key to their success. The Mustangs faced a challenging home crowd of 1,042 fans during their opener and will aim to overcome these obstacles as they progress in the season. Stay tuned for their upcoming exhibition game against Southern Utah as they work towards enhancing their gameplay and securing victories in the future.
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