Bowling Green secured a narrow 61-60 victory over New Mexico State, with Marcus Johnson leading the charge with 23 points. Javontae Campbell sealed the win with a free throw with only 12 seconds left in the game. Despite Derrick Butler’s 15 points, Bowling Green relied on Campbell’s clutch performance in the second half to secure the win. The Aggies’ Jaden Harris led his team with 18 points and nine rebounds, while Robert Carpenter added 10 points and seven rebounds. Christian Cook contributed nine points and four assists in the losing effort for New Mexico State.
Campbell’s pivotal play in the final moments of the game was key to Bowling Green’s success. The Falcons now hold a 3-5 record and will face Morgan State in their next matchup. On the other hand, New Mexico State, with a 3-4 record, will host Abilene Christian next Wednesday.
This nail-biting victory demonstrated Bowling Green’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure. Johnson’s all-around performance, combined with Campbell’s game-winning free throw, propelled the Falcons to a hard-fought triumph. The team will look to build on this success as they prepare for their upcoming game against Morgan State.
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