SAN MARCOS, Calif. (Interstat) — The Palomar Comets defeated the Cuyamaca Coyotes 87-73 in a California Community College men’s basketball game Wednesday. Palomar used efficient offense and a strong rebounding edge to secure the victory.

Benjie Nudo led all scorers with 28 points for Palomar, which shot 12 for 40 from 3-point range. Angel Ochoa added 17 points and seven assists. Kenneth Klu paced Cuyamaca with 19 points.

The Comets, who improved to 15-6, outrebounded the Coyotes 49-40. Cuyamaca, which fell to 9-13, shot just 38.2% from the field. Palomar swept the season series, having also won on Jan. 7.