Men's Basketball

Spain Rains 30 Points in Aztec Win

Spain Rains 30 Points in Aztec WinSpain Rains 30 Points in Aztec Win

Jan. 21, 2009

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SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Kyle Spain scored a career-high 30 points as San Diego State outlasted New Mexico 81-76 Wednesday for its seventh straight win.

The Aztecs (13-4, 3-1 Mountain West Conference) built a 13-point lead early in the second half, but New Mexico cut the lead to two twice in the final 1:17.

Lorrenzo Wade made four free throws in the final 34 seconds to seal the win. He finished with a season-high 21 points.

Phillip McDonald led New Mexico (11-8, 2-2) with 17 points and Tony Danridge added 14.

The Lobos trailed 66-53 with 16:13 left before rallying in the final minutes.