Filipovity also showcased his skills on the boards, grabbing 12 rebounds. The Aggies, who now hold a record of 14-12 and 7-6 in Conference USA, received additional support from Christian Cook and Zawdie Jackson, both of whom scored nine points in the game.
The Gamecocks, boasting a record of 18-9 and 10-4 in their conference, leaned heavily on the scoring prowess of Jaron Pierre Jr., who delivered an impressive 30 points. Supporting him, Koree Cotton contributed with nine points along with four steals.
New Mexico State seized control of the game early, claiming the lead with 15:27 remaining in the first half and maintaining it throughout. Filipovity was instrumental in this effort, netting 11 points in the first half alone, which propelled his team to a solid 35-23 advantage at halftime. He continued to score effectively in the second half, adding another nine points.
Looking ahead, both teams are scheduled to play again on Saturday, with New Mexico State set to travel to Kennesaw State, while Jacksonville State will take on UTEP at home.
