- Matchup: New Mexico State Aggies vs. UTEP Miners
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Venue: Don Haskins Center, El Paso, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The UTEP Miners (1-1) will be hosting the New Mexico State Aggies (1-1) at the Don Haskins Center this Thursday.
In their previous game, New Mexico State faced Gonzaga, suffering a defeat with a score of 109-68. The Aggies recorded a field goal percentage of 43.8% (21 out of 48), hitting 4 of 14 three-pointers. At the charity stripe, they excelled, making 22 of 24 attempts for a staggering 91.7% success rate. On the boards, they secured 25 rebounds, with 9 coming offensively. The team also provided 6 assists while forcing their opponents into 6 turnovers and achieving 3 steals. Defensively, New Mexico State allowed Gonzaga to shoot an impressive 61.3% from the field, as Gonzaga converted 38 of 62 attempts. Gonzaga also tallied 23 assists and achieved 10 steals. The Bulldogs collected 26 rebounds (8 offensive, 18 defensive) but did not record any blocks. At the free-throw line, Gonzaga made 20 of 29 attempts, resulting in a 69.0% conversion rate, and they sank 13 of 24 shots from beyond the arc. In total, New Mexico State committed 18 personal fouls compared to Gonzaga’s 19.
Mark Lavrenov was notable in this matchup, scoring 19 points on 5 of 11 shooting. He logged 35 minutes of play and registered 4 rebounds without any assists.
For this game, New Mexico State heads in with a season record of 1-1. They average 70.5 points per game (ranked 276th nationally) with a shooting percentage of 42.5%. From beyond the arc, they are hitting 31.4% (11 of 35) and boasting an impressive 87.0% from the free-throw line. As a team, the Aggies gather 31.5 rebounds per game but struggle with 19 assists this season, placing them 348th in the nation in assists. They turn the ball over an average of 14.5 times per game and commit around 16.0 fouls each night.
Defensively, the Aggies force 10.0 turnovers per game while committing 18.0 fouls. They allow opponents a 38.3% success rate on three-point shots and are currently struggling as they sit 332nd in D-1 for points allowed per game (87.5). Their opponents have a shooting percentage of 47.7% (62 of 130), and they give up 38.0 rebounds per game. The Aggies rank 199th in the nation regarding assists allowed, conceding 31 thus far this season.
In their last outing, the UTEP Miners secured a victory against Incarnate Word, winning 79-60. On the boards, UTEP allowed 25 rebounds (6 offensive) to Incarnate Word. The Miners shot 25.9% from beyond the arc (7 of 27) and converted 11 of 18 free throws (61.1%). Defensively, they allowed Incarnate Word to shoot 39.6% from the field, as they achieved 21 of 53 field goals. UTEP wrapped up the game hitting 29 of 57 shots, leading to a 50.9% shooting percentage. From three-point range, they made 11 of 29 attempts (37.9%), with a solid free-throw percentage of 55.6%. Incarnate Word fouled 18 times, leading to 18 free-throw attempts for the Miners. They also recorded 10 turnovers and showcased defensive prowess with 11 steals, securing 27 defensive boards and 9 offensive boards, totaling 36 rebounds.
Cam McDaniels was instrumental for UTEP, hitting 10 of 18 shots (55.6%) and gathering 4 rebounds, contributing 27 points in 27 minutes along with 3 assists.
UTEP’s season record stands at 1-1. The Miners average 21.0 personal fouls per game and have a free-throw percentage of 57.1%. They distribute the ball with an average of 16.5 assists per game (143rd in college basketball), while averaging 8.5 turnovers. UTEP has recorded 155 points this season (77.5 per game) and pulls down 35.0 rebounds per game, shooting 44.1% overall, which ranks 216th in college basketball.
Defensively, UTEP allows opponents a 22.9% success rate from three-point territory (11 of 48) while they receive a high free-throw shooting rate of 80.4% from opponents. They concede 10.0 assists and 35.5 rebounds per game, placing them 74th and 208th in college hoops, respectively. The Miners rank 192nd for points allowed per game, giving up an average of 72.0. They force opponents into 14.5 turnovers each game and have allowed teams to shoot 44.7% from the field (256th in the nation).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup?
Expert Prediction: Bet on UTEP
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