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Washington State Defeats New Mexico State 63-54 - Recap
Washington State earned a 63-54 victory over New Mexico State on Saturday, getting 20 points from CJ Elleby at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena.
Bettors who backed Washington State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks.
Jeff Pollard had 9 points for Washington State and Tony Miller chipped in with 9 points. Jervae Robinson had 4 assists for them, while Jeff Pollard was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
New Mexico State got 14 points from Jabari Rice in a losing cause and another 14 points from Trevelin Queen. Shunn Buchanan contributed 4 assists for them, while Jabari Rice had 9 rebounds.
Washington State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored New Mexico State as they grabbed 39 boards, while Washington State only had 35
Washington State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the UC Riverside. New Mexico State will aim to get back on the winning track at Denver.