Aggie basketball back in NCAAs: ticket info, recent story links

The New Mexico State men's basketball program returns to the NCAA Tournament for the fourth time in five years, following the Aggies 77-55 win over Idaho on Saturday in the WAC Tournament championship.

The Aggies will get San Diego State in the tournament's opening round, a Thursday game tentatively scheduled for 7:57 p.m. on Thursday night in Spokane, Wash.

Below is ticket information pertaining to the NCAA game from NMSU athletics, for those interested in attending:

New Mexico State NCAA Tournament tickets are available Monday at 8 a.m. at the Pan American Center Ticket office. The ticket office will be open exclusively to season tickets holders and Aggie Athletic Club members from 8 a.m. to noon on Monday. After noon, all tickets will be available for reservation. For tickets, visit the Pan American Center ticket office or call 575-646-1420.

Here is some recent coverage of the Aggies WAC Tournament championship and upcoming game against the Aztecs:

Members of Aggie coaching staff have ties to San Diego State basketball

Aggies draw Aztecs in opening round of NCAA Tournament (with videos)

Aggies win WAC Tournament championship for third-straight season (with videos)

Of course, follow NMSU basketball beat writer Jason Groves' blog here for the latest news and analysis on the team.