House, Mashburn power New Mexico past UNLV 76-67
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- — Jaelen House tossed in 27 points and Jamal Mashburn Jr. scored 21 to lead New Mexico past UNLV 76-67 on Saturday night.
House made 12 of 13 foul shots and added six rebounds for the Lobos (13-18, 5-12 Mountain West Conference).
Bryce Hamilton had 28 points for the Runnin' Rebels (18-13, 10-8). Justin Webster added 13 points. Royce Hamm Jr. had 10 rebounds.
The Lobos evened the season series against the Runnin' Rebels. UNLV defeated New Mexico 85-56 on Jan. 11.
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2021-22 Mountain West Conference Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boise State | 15-3 | - | 27-8 |
| Colorado State | 14-4 | 1 | 25-6 |
| San Diego State | 13-4 | 1.5 | 23-9 |
| Wyoming | 13-5 | 2 | 25-9 |
| UNLV | 10-8 | 5 | 18-14 |
| Fresno State | 8-9 | 6.5 | 23-13 |
| Utah State | 8-10 | 7 | 18-16 |
| Nevada | 6-12 | 9 | 13-18 |
| New Mexico | 5-12 | 9.5 | 13-19 |
| Air Force | 4-13 | 10.5 | 11-18 |
| San José State | 1-17 | 14 | 8-23 |