Pepperdine Defeats New Mexico State 82-70
In an exciting college basketball matchup, Pepperdine secured an 82-70 victory over New Mexico State, ending a five-game losing streak. Stefan Todorovic led the way for the Waves with 22 points, six rebounds, and five assists. Moe Odum added 15 points, shooting 5 for 6 from the field, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc, and dishing out nine assists. Boubacar Coulibaly also contributed 13 points to the winning effort.
On the other side, the Aggies were led by Peter Filipovity with 15 points and 11 rebounds, while Robert Carpenter and Dionte Bostick added 14 and 11 points respectively. Despite a strong second-half performance by New Mexico State, Pepperdine maintained their lead throughout the game, with Zion Bethea scoring 11 points in the second half to secure the win.
Pepperdine took control of the game early in the first half, establishing a 42-29 lead at halftime. Although New Mexico State outscored them in the second half, Pepperdine’s strong first-half performance proved to be enough to secure the victory.
The Waves’ win marks a turning point in their season, boosting their record to 2-5, while the Aggies fall to 3-3. The game showcased impressive performances from both teams and set the stage for an exciting season ahead.
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