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The New Mexico men’s basketball team secured a 74-61 semifinal win over Colorado State, advancing to the Mountain West Tournament final for the first time since 2018. Jaelen House led the Lobos with 19 points, while Nelly Junior Joseph grabbed his 1,000th career rebound. The team will face San Diego State in the championship game after the Aztecs upset No. 1 seed Utah State.
San Diego State Aztecs rally from a 17-point deficit to beat Utah State 86-70 and advance to the Mountain West tournament final for the seventh consecutive year. Despite early foul trouble and a slow start, the Aztecs dominated the second half, with Micah Parrish, Reese Waters, and Lamont Butler stepping up to secure the win. They will face New Mexico in the championship game, holding a significant advantage in rest and confidence. Coach Brian Dutcher's team displayed resilience and grit, showcasing their prowess in March Madness.
San Diego State overcame a tough battle against UNLV in the Mountain West tournament quarterfinals, securing a 74-71 overtime victory with a clutch bank shot from Jaedon LeDee. The win sets up a semifinal showdown against top-seeded Utah State. Despite uneven play and missed free throws, the Aztecs' resilience and LeDee's standout performance propelled them to their 17th consecutive quarterfinal win.