Gary converts FTs down the stretch to help No. 19 New Mexico beat Dayton

Gary helps No. 19 New Mexico beat Dayton

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Dairese Gary scored seven of his 18 points in the final two minutes to help No. 19 New Mexico beat Dayton 68-66 on Friday night.

Darington Hobson added 15 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists for New Mexico, while Roman Martinez added 17 points and six rebounds.

Gary hit seven free throws down the stretch as the Flyers tried to get back in the game by fouling the Lobos (14-1).

Chris Johnson scored 21 to lead Dayton (10-3), which saw its eight-game winning streak end.

The Flyers held a brief 37-36 lead early in the second half on London Warren’s breakaway dunk.

New Mexico quickly answered as Martinez hit consecutive 3-pointers.