DJ Dudley leads New Mexico State against Gonzaga in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 3:07 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
College SportsNew Mexico State is set to face Gonzaga on Saturday at 2 p.m. in their season opener. DJ Dudley, a key addition to the Aggies, impressed in his debut by scoring 22 points against Western New Mexico. Previously an All-Conference USA selection, Dudley brings critical experience to a revamped roster under coach Jason Hooten. As the Aggies aim for a strong start, Gonzaga, coming off a win in their own opener, prepares to counter Dudley with Isiah Harwell, a skilled perimeter defender.
- •New Mexico State plays Gonzaga on November 8.
- •DJ Dudley scored 22 points in his inaugural game with the Aggies.
- •Dudley averaged 13.8 points last season at Louisiana Tech.
- •Gonzaga is preparing to defend against Dudley and the Aggies.
- •Isiah Harwell will likely defend Dudley for Gonzaga.
- 3:07 AMYahoo Sports — New Mexico State has proven production, experience in shifty guard DJ Dudley | Key matchup
"Nov. 6—New Mexico State had a good pulse on DJ Dudley before the Aggies visited Louisiana Tech last season for a Conference USA matchup on Feb. 4. New Mexico State coach Jason Hooten watched film of the four games Dudley played before he squared off with the Aggies: a 25-point effort against Jacksonville State, 20-point efforts against Kennesaw State and UTEP and a 21-point game against Sam ...
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