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Stacy Chovino Saves New Mexico State
Chovino scores winning basket after teammate accidentally scores in wrong basket.
In brief
Chovino scores winning basket after teammate accidentally scores in wrong basket. Stacy Chovino scored the game-winning basket for New Mexico State after teammate Emma Christiano accidentally scored in the wrong basket during the final seconds of a 64-63 win over Southern Utah. Originally reported by Complex.
Game-winning basket
Chovino scored the game-winning basket for New Mexico State after teammate Emma Christiano accidentally scored in the wrong basket during the final seconds of a 64-63 win over Southern Utah.
Final sequence
With New Mexico State trailing 61-60 and 20.9 seconds left, Chovino deflected an inbounds pass from Southern Utah's Denver Anderson.
Mistake leads to confusion
Christiano recovered the loose ball but mistakenly raced toward the wrong basket and converted a layup, extending Southern Utah's lead to 63-60.
Chovino's response
Chovino scored a layup with nine seconds left to cut Southern Utah's lead to 63-62 and stole an inbounds pass to give New Mexico State one final opportunity.
Winning basket
Chovino knocked down a short jumper with 1.4 seconds left to secure a 64-63 victory, finishing with 25 points and eight rebounds.
Historical context
New Mexico State had previously lost to Southern Utah 69-59 on December 4, 2025, giving this win some revenge motivation.
The big picture
Stacy Chovino scored the game-winning basket for New Mexico State after teammate Emma Christiano accidentally scored in the wrong basket during the final seconds of a 64-63 win over Southern Utah.
