SAN JOSE, Calif. — In a thrilling matchup on Tuesday night, Robert Vaihola emerged as the leading scorer for San Jose State, contributing 18 points to propel the Spartans past New Mexico with a final score of 71-70. The decisive moment came when Latrell Davis sank a jump shot with only 2.1 seconds left on the clock.

Davis secured an offensive rebound and skillfully executed a fade-away putback that sealed the game. Alongside Vaihola’s impressive performance, which included nine rebounds, Jermaine Washington added 13 points to the scoreboard, successfully shooting 5-of-10 overall, with a notable 3-of-7 from three-point range. Meanwhile, Josh Uduje also played a significant role, finishing with 12 points on 5-of-13 shooting, including 1-of-3 from beyond the arc, along with grabbing eight rebounds.

For the Lobos, who have had a fantastic season so far, Nelly Junior Joseph stood out by netting 20 points and securing six rebounds. Donovan Dent also made a substantial contribution, scoring 17 points and providing five assists. Mustapha Amzil chipped in with nine points, yet despite these efforts, New Mexico experienced their first setback after a remarkable seven-game winning streak.

In the first half, Davis scored eight points, helping keep San Jose State competitive, though they went into halftime trailing 35-31. However, the Spartans regrouped and took control in the second half, with Vaihola leading the charge by adding 12 points in the latter period. Ultimately, San Jose State outperformed New Mexico, outscoring them by five points during the second half, earning a much-needed victory in the Mountain West Conference.