Dent’s 22 points lead New Mexico to an 80-58 victory over Grambling
In a commanding victory, New Mexico defeated Grambling 80-58 with an impressive performance by Donovan Dent, who racked up 22 points and eight assists for the Lobos. Tru Washington also contributed with 15 points and five steals, while Mustapha Amzil added 10 points in the game.
On the other side, P.J. Eason led the scoring for Grambling with 11 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals, followed by PJ Edwards with eight points. Despite efforts from the Tigers, New Mexico took the lead in the first half and maintained their dominance throughout the game.
With a halftime score of 30-26, New Mexico pulled away in the second half, going on a 19-2 run to lead by 21 points. The Lobos’ strong defense and efficient scoring ultimately led to a comfortable victory over Grambling.
The Associated Press reported on this game, utilizing technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar. The victory improves New Mexico’s record to 4-1, while Grambling falls to 1-3 after the loss. This performance highlights New Mexico’s strength on the court and sets a positive tone for the remainder of the season.
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