Texas Longhorns vs New Mexico State Aggies | 2024.12.12

Game Recap: Texas Dominates New Mexico State 91-67 in Statement Win 🏀🔥
The Texas Longhorns delivered a commanding performance on Thursday night, securing a decisive 91-67 victory over New Mexico State at home. Powered by efficient shooting and balanced scoring, the Longhorns (8-2) controlled the game from start to finish, leaving little room for the Aggies (4-6) to threaten.

Key Performances
Arthur Kaluma: Scored 18 points, including 12 in the first half, setting the tone for Texas’ early dominance.
Tramon Mark: Contributed 14 points, showcasing his consistency as a key offensive piece.
Jordan Pope and Ze'rik Onyema: Each added 10 points, rounding out the balanced Longhorns attack.
Christian Cook (NMSU): Led all scorers with 22 points, providing a bright spot for the Aggies.
First-Half Domination
Texas wasted no time establishing control, opening the game with a 3-pointer from Tramon Mark and shooting a blistering 63% in the first half. The Longhorns hit 11 of their first 15 shots, building an early 25-12 lead and extending it to 52-27 by halftime. Arthur Kaluma led the way with 12 first-half points, while the defense forced the Aggies into difficult shots.

Second Half
The Longhorns’ lead never dipped below 20 in the second half. After a brief New Mexico State push, Texas responded with a 14-3 run to stretch the margin to 30 points with just over five minutes remaining. The Longhorns maintained their dominance, shooting an impressive 59% for the game.

Key Stats
Texas: Shot 59% from the field and showcased their depth with four players scoring in double figures.
New Mexico State: Shot 45%, led by Christian Cook’s 22 points, but couldn’t overcome Texas’ early offensive explosion.
Takeaways
Texas’ Depth Shines: With standout freshman Tre Johnson scoring just nine points, the Longhorns showcased their ability to dominate with contributions from across the roster.
New Mexico State’s Struggles: Despite solid individual performances, the Aggies couldn’t match Texas’ offensive firepower or defensive intensity.
What’s Next?
Texas: Continues their homestand on Sunday against Arkansas-Pine Bluff.
New Mexico State: Begins a five-game homestand on Monday against Southern Utah.
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