ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While the first half lead was just four points, the Lobo men’s basketball game against Grambling State ended in a 22-point New Mexico win. The difference came because of a stern talk from head coach Richard Pitino during halftime.

“I think they got the message that we just had to play with a lot more effort and intensity than we did,” Pitino said at a post-game news conference. “We came out of the locker room much better.”

Coming out of the break, UNM went on a 19-2 run.

Statistically, Donovan Dent led all scorers with 22 points. Tru Washington (15) and Mustapha Amzil (10) also reached double figures. Nelly Jr. Joseph led the game with 11 rebounds and three blocks. Washington also recorded a career-high with five steals.

The Lobos return to the Pit on Sunday against Texas Southern. That match ends at 6 p.m

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