UTEP Men's Basketball Falls Short Against Missouri State in Close Game

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In a competitive matchup at the Don Haskins Center, the UTEP Miners narrowly lost to Missouri State with a final score of 62-57. The Miners led at halftime, 31-21, showcasing their best defensive performance of the season. However, Missouri State rallied in the second half, shooting 65% and overcoming a late UTEP comeback attempt. Key players for UTEP included Elijah Jones with 16 points and Jamal West Jr. with 15 points. The loss brings UTEP's record to 7-13 overall and 3-6 in Conference USA, emphasizing the need for improvement as they prepare for their next game against LA Tech on Wednesday.
Key Details: • Next game: UTEP vs. LA Tech on Wednesday at 7 p.m. MT. • Location: Don Haskins Center, El Paso. • UTEP's current record: 7-13 overall, 3-6 CUSA. • Missouri State's second-half shooting: 65%.