Clune Arena Showdown: New Mexico Lobos to Battle Air Force Falcons
As the New Mexico Lobos prepare to face off against the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena, fans are eager for insights into what could unfold on the court. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 20th, is poised to be a thrilling encounter in Colorado Springs.
The Lobos have been showing a strong performance this season, with their recent victory over the Anteaters on December 21st being particularly impressive. They secured a comfortable win with 78 points against their opponent's 65. Their offensive strategy was effective; they dominated points in the paint with 34 and capitalized on turnovers by scoring 21 points off them. With an assist-to-turnover ratio of over one, it's clear that ball handling and distribution are strengths for UNM.
Defensively, the team also made its presence felt by racking up nine steals and five blocks. This defensive prowess will be crucial when facing AFA's squad that has shown resilience at home.
Looking back at UNM's past performances provides further reason for optimism among fans. On December 16th against NMSU Aggies, they eked out a nail-biting win with a score of 73-72 despite playing away from home. Their tenacity in close games is noteworthy and could be pivotal in their upcoming game.
However, it would be unwise to overlook some areas where improvement is needed. In their game on December 9th against Santa Clara Broncos, while they emerged victorious scoring an impressive 93 points – their highest this season – they allowed too many turnovers (15) which could have been costly had SCU capitalized more effectively.
The key player matchup will likely involve UNM’s ability to control both ends of the floor as they did against UC Irvine Anteaters; maintaining high shooting percentages from two-point range (around 45 percent) while keeping personal fouls low will be essential strategies.
With these factors in mind, there’s cautious optimism that UNM can secure another victory if they maintain their offensive efficiency and defensive intensity demonstrated in recent games.
Lobo fans should mark their calendars for January 20th when New Mexico takes on Air Force at Clune Arena at Colorado Springs; tip-off is set for late afternoon local time (3 PM MST). The game promises excitement and can be watched nationally on CBS Sports Network channel number two hundred twenty-one.