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New Mexico Lobos Soar Over Falcons at Clune Arena

The New Mexico Lobos showcased their dominance with a commanding 91-49 victory over the Air Force Falcons at Clune Arena. This win improved the Lobos' record to 1-0, while the Falcons fell to 0-1. The game was marked by a strong performance from the Pack, who took control early and never looked back.


Jan 14, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; New Mexico Lobos guard Jaelen House (10) reacts after a basket against the San Diego State Aztecs during the second half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

First Half


The first half set the tone for what would be an impressive display by New Mexico. The Lobos jumped out to an early lead, scoring 45 points while holding the Academy to just 22. Key contributions came from Tajavis Miller and Luke Haupt, who combined for crucial points and assists that kept their team ahead. The Pack's defense was relentless, forcing turnovers and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities.


Second Half


In the second half, New Mexico continued their offensive onslaught with another 46 points added to their tally. Deyton Albury's sharp shooting helped extend their lead further as he contributed significantly off the bench. Meanwhile, JT Rock anchored the defense with his presence in the paint, adding blocks that stifled any comeback attempts by Air Force.


The Falcons struggled throughout both halves against a well-coordinated Lobo defense that forced them into committing numerous turnovers—21 in total—which translated into easy points for New Mexico.


Post-game Analysis


Reflecting on this "New Mexico Lobos vs Air Force Falcons recap," it is evident that one of "New Mexico Lobos vs Air Force Falcons key moments" was when they managed a run of unanswered points during critical stretches of play. This surge highlighted "New Mexico Lobos vs Air Force Falcons turning point," effectively sealing their victory.


Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when UNM hosts Grand Canyon Lopes at The Pit in Albuquerque on January 13th at 9:00 PM EDT via MW Network Internet broadcast.


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