New Mexico State vs Kennesaw State Picks and Prediction – 2/22/2025

New Mexico State enters this matchup at 14-12 overall and 7-6 in Conference USA, coming off a dominant 76-48 win over FIU. The Aggies have won two of their last three games but have struggled on the road, dropping three straight. Kennesaw State stands at 16-11 overall and 8-6 in conference play, most recently losing 78-76 at Sam Houston State. The Owls have split their last four games, showing inconsistency despite strong offensive performances. Slam dunk your bets with our College Basketball picks.

New Mexico State's offense runs through Christian Cook, who leads the team with 13.6 points per game on 40.3% shooting. The Aggies average 70.6 points per game but are not particularly accurate, shooting just 42.4% from the field. Zawdie Jackson is the player on the offense with 3.5 assists per game, while Peter Filipovity provides a strong interior presence with 8.3 rebounds per game. The Aggies will need to improve their ball movement and shooting accuracy to keep up with a high-scoring Kennesaw State squad.

Defensively, New Mexico State allows just 66.8 points per game, ranking among the better defensive teams in the conference. They average 6.6 steals per game and limit second-chance opportunities with solid rebounding. Dionte Bostick leads the team with 1.1 steals per game, and Robert Carpenter provides some rim protection, though with just 0.7 blocks per game. Keeping Kennesaw State’s offense in check will be the key to an Aggies victory.

Kennesaw State’s offense has been a force, averaging 77.7 points per game behind Adrian Wooley’s 18.6 points on 51.4% shooting. The Owls shoot 43.0% from the field and distribute the ball well, led by Wooley’s 3.6 assists per game. They also control the glass with 41.6 rebounds per game, with Rongie Gordon contributing 6.2 boards. If Kennesaw State can keep its offense clicking, they have the edge at home.

Defensively, Kennesaw State surrenders 73.1 points per game, which could be a concern. However, they have solid rim protection with Andre Weir blocking 1.2 shots per game and an active defense that averages 6.7 steals per contest. Wooley also leads the team with 1.4 steals per game, making him an all-around threat. The Owls will need to tighten up their defense to secure a key conference win.

Kennesaw State's offensive firepower, led by Adrian Wooley, should be the difference in this game. New Mexico State plays solid defense, but the Aggies' struggles on the road and inconsistent scoring make them vulnerable against an Owls team averaging over 77 points per game. The Aggies' defensive numbers are strong, but they will be tested against one of the better-scoring teams in the conference. Final Score Prediction: Kennesaw State wins 75-68.