Lobos and Runnin' Rebels Set to Clash at The Pit
As the New Mexico Lobos prepare to host the UNLV Runnin' Rebels at The Pit, fans can anticipate an intense matchup. The Lobos have been showing a strong performance trend in their recent games, which could give them an edge in this upcoming contest.
In their last game against the UC Irvine Anteaters, the Lobos secured a convincing 78-65 victory. They demonstrated efficiency from the free-throw line with a 75 percent success rate and capitalized on turnovers, scoring 21 points off of them. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at 1.11, indicating a relatively stable ball-handling performance.
The previous away game for the Lobos was a nail-biter against New Mexico State Aggies where they narrowly escaped with a one-point win (73-72). Despite shooting only 50 percent from the free-throw line, they managed to maintain their composure and pull through. Their defense was particularly noteworthy as they racked up 14 steals contributing significantly to their points off turnovers.
An even more impressive display came during their face-off with Santa Clara Broncos where they triumphed with a high-scoring outcome of 93-76. The team's field goal percentage was an impressive 52 percent and they dominated inside by scoring an outstanding 56 points in paint.
The venue for this upcoming game is familiar territory for the Lobos – The Pit in Albuquerque – which has historically provided them with solid home-court advantage due to its unique atmosphere and fan support.
Fans should look out for how well the Lobos can leverage their recent offensive trends while also keeping up defensive pressure against UNLV's offense. With both teams looking to assert dominance in this encounter, it promises to be an exciting battle on court.
Mark your calendars for February 11th at 6:00 PM Mountain Time when these two teams will go head-to-head at The Pit. For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all of the action live on CBS Sports Network channel number two hundred twenty-one.