Official Site of the Aggies · Nov 4
DJ Dudley’s 22 Powers Aggies to Win Over WNMU
LAS CRUCES, N.M. – NM State opened its 2026-27 season on Tuesday night, welcoming in the Western New Mexico Mustangs to begin year four of the Jason Hooten era. Newcomer DJ Dudley led all scorers with 22 points, while fellow first-year Aggie Mark Lavrenov recorded a double-double in his first game with the Crimson & White.
A sluggish first half saw the Aggies struggle from the field in the first half, shooting just 9-for-31 overall, including a 2-12 mark from 3-point range. LA Tech transfer and Preseason All-CUSA selection DJ Dudley led the Aggies in the opening 20 minutes with nine points.