Nicole Sweet-USA TODAY Sports
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — New Mexico forward Carlton Bragg Jr. has been dismissed from the Lobos basketball team following his arrest on suspicion of driving while intoxicated and possession of less than an ounce of marijuana.
Coach Paul Weir released a statement late Sunday, hours after Bragg's arrest, saying the embattled player needed to focus on his personal well-being.
''The game of life is much more important than basketball right now,'' Weir said. ''I still believe in him and hope this next step will allow him to develop into a strong, responsible young adult while also completing his degree here at UNM.