Lobos and Rams Set to Lock Horns at The Pit in Albuquerque
As the New Mexico Lobos prepare to host the Colorado State Rams at The Pit, fans are eager for what promises to be an enthralling encounter. The Lobos have been showing a strong performance trend, with their recent games indicating a team that's finding its rhythm both offensively and defensively.
In their last game against UC Irvine Anteaters, the Lobos demonstrated offensive prowess by putting up 78 points with a field goal percentage of 39 and converting 75 percent from the free-throw line. Their defense was equally impressive, managing nine steals and five blocks. They dominated on rebounds as well, grabbing 44 compared to Anteaters' 42.
The game before that saw them narrowly edge out over New Mexico State Aggies with a one-point victory in Las Cruces. They maintained consistency in their shooting with another solid field goal percentage of 44 while showcasing aggressive defense by racking up an impressive 14 steals.
Their most dominant performance came against Santa Clara Broncos where they scored a season-high of 93 points. Their two-point shooting was particularly effective at an impressive rate of 60 percent accuracy. Moreover, they were relentless on defense leading to them forcing numerous turnovers which translated into points off turnovers.
The upcoming clash will test the Lobos' ability to maintain these trends against Colorado State Rams who will be looking for ways to disrupt this momentum. With home-court advantage at The Pit—a venue known for its energetic atmosphere—fans can expect the Lobos to leverage this support as they aim for another victory.
Mark your calendars for February 22nd when these two teams face off at The Pit in Albuquerque at three o'clock in the morning local time (GMT). For those unable or unwilling to brave the late hour or Albuquerque's altitude, CBS Sports Network will broadcast live coverage on channel number two hundred twenty-one.