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Air Force Falcons vs New Mexico Lobos Wrap - New Mexico Wins 84-78

New Mexico got 20 points from JaQuan Lyle as they ran past Air Force 84-78 on Saturday at Dreamstyle Arena.

New Mexico did not, however, defeat Air Force against the spread, which closed at -8.0 at most sportsbooks.

Zane Martin had 18 points for New Mexico and Corey Manigault chipped in with 16 points. Zane Martin had 5 assists for them, while Makuach Maluach was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Air Force got a 26-point performance from Lavelle Scottie, who was supported by 12 points from Caleb Morris. Caleb Morris had 5 assists in a losing cause for Air Force, while Lavelle Scottie grabbed 9 rebounds.

New Mexico led at halftime, $HalfScore.

New Mexico won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-28.

New Mexico heads into a battle against Colorado State. Air Force, meanwhile, will have their next action against Boise State.