SAN DIEGO (Interstat) — Miles Byrd scored 21 points as San Diego State held off a second-half rally from New Mexico for an 83-79 victory on Saturday at Viejas Arena.

The Aztecs built a 48-35 halftime lead behind efficient shooting, but the Lobos surged after the break. New Mexico’s Tomislav Buljan scored 20 points, helping cut the deficit to a single possession late. San Diego State sealed the win at the free-throw line, making 22 of 30 attempts overall.

Byrd added four blocks for the Aztecs. Jake Hall had 15 points for New Mexico. The win improved San Diego State to 13-4, while New Mexico fell to 14-4.