Allen carries New Mexico St. over Grand Canyon 71-61

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Teddy Allen had 28 points and 12 rebounds as New Mexico State defeated Grand Canyon 71-61 on Saturday night.

Allen made all 12 of his free throws.

Jabari Rice had 18 points and 12 rebounds for New Mexico State (17-3, 6-1 Western Athletic Conference), which earned its sixth consecutive home victory.

The Antelopes' 29.5 field goal percentage represented the worst mark by a New Mexico State opponent this season.

Holland Woods had 23 points for the Antelopes (14-5, 4-3). Taeshon Cherry added 10 points. Jovan Blacksher Jr. had 10 points.

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