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UTEP Miners End Losing Streak with 78-71 Win Over Kennesaw State

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The UTEP Miners halted a four-game losing streak by defeating the Kennesaw State Owls 78-71 on Thursday night. Jamal West Jr. led the Miners with an impressive 28 points, helping the team to improve their Conference USA record to 7-12. This victory is crucial as UTEP is vying for a spot in the Conference USA Tournament, where only the top ten teams qualify. Currently, UTEP is tied for ninth place with NMSU and FIU. The Miners will conclude their regular season at home against Jacksonville State on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Don Haskins Center.

Key Details: • Next game: UTEP vs. Jacksonville State on Saturday at 1 p.m. • Location: Don Haskins Center, El Paso, Texas • UTEP's current conference record: 7-12 • Only the top ten teams qualify for the Conference USA Tournament

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