EL PASO, Texas – Coming off a convincing 79-60 victory against UIW, the UTEP men's basketball team will play host to I-10 rival NM State at GECU Arena at the Don Haskins Center at 7 p.m. MT Thursday.
There's plenty for fans to look forward to with the contest, with the Miners looking to march to 2-0 on the current three-game homestand. Fans will get to experience the state-of-the-art new sound system, in addition to new lights, both of which will enhance the gameday experience for the Orange and Blue faithful. Blue rally towels will be given away, and a special Simon Sez Guy halftime show, led by Steve Max, is on tap.
"Our fans always impact the game," UTEP head coach
Joe Golding said. "Anytime they come, it makes a huge difference. It's a great arena with a passionate fanbase, and I know our fans will be ready. This game just means a lot. Both fanbases enjoy it and deserve it."
The Miners have an entirely new roster in place with the ability to score both inside and out. UTEP has topped 75 points in each game, marking the first time to do so against DI opposition out of the gates since 2016-17.
The Orange and Blue feature five players at 6-10 or taller, the most in program. Among them are starters
Youssouf Traore (15.0 ppg, 8.5 rpg) and Ole Miss transfer
Augusto Cassia (9.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg).
JUCO All-American and 6-5 guard
Cam McDaniels has lived up to the hype by pouring in a team-leading 19.0 ppg. He went off for 27 points on 10-18 shooting in the romp against the Cardinals, including burying four triples in the tilt. The effort had him on the verge of the first 30-point outing by a Miner in three years.
Tickets may be bought by calling (915) 747-UTEP, through the
UTEP Athletics website or by visiting the Eisenberg Family Ticket office at the Brumbelow Building.
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