Utah State basketball player MJ Collins Jr. led the team to a 94-90 victory over New Mexico, marking a remarkable season for the senior guard. Collins scored 27 points in 29 minutes to help Utah State secure their outright conference title. Despite his efforts, head coach Jerrod Calhoun acknowledged the team's resilience and determination. Collins, who grew up in Clover, South Carolina, was the leading scorer in the Mountain West for much of the 2025-26 season. Despite a brief absence from the team, Collins has been hailed as a remarkable player for Utah State.