Can New Mexico Lobos Maintain Momentum After Dominating Air Force?
The New Mexico Lobos emerged victorious against the Air Force Falcons with a final score of 66-51. The Lobos' season record now stands at an impressive 18-4, while the Falcons fall to a less fortunate 9-13. The game, held at Clune Arena in Colorado Springs, showcased the Lobos' dominance on both ends of the court.
From the outset, the New Mexico team set a strong pace with 20 points in the first quarter and maintained their lead throughout. Their offensive efforts were particularly noteworthy as they amassed a total of 66 points during play. The team's shooting accuracy was on display with a field goal percentage of 42 and an exceptional free throw completion rate of 81 percent.
Defensively, the Lobos were just as formidable. They outrebounded their opponents by grabbing an impressive total of 52 rebounds compared to Air Force's 30. Of these, an overwhelming number were defensive rebounds totaling at 36 which helped limit second-chance opportunities for the Falcons.
The New Mexico squad also demonstrated efficient ball handling despite some setbacks; they turned over possession only once as a team but had individual players responsible for losing possession on other occasions totaling up to twenty-two times. However, their ability to convert turnovers into points was evident as they scored eight points off turnovers made by Air Force.
In terms of individual contributions from players, there were several standout performances that deserve mention. Notably, two-point shots found success with seventeen makes out of thirty-six attempts resulting in a conversion rate close to fifty percent. This inside scoring contributed significantly to their thirty-four points in paint dominance.
On defense, four blocks and two steals underscored their ability to disrupt Air Force's offensive flow while committing twelve personal fouls throughout the game showed disciplined aggression without giving away too many free scoring opportunities.
Looking ahead for fans eager to follow their team's progress: The next challenge for New Mexico will be against San Jose State Spartans at Provident Credit Union Event Center located in San Jose on January thirty-first at five o'clock PM Mountain Time Zone (MT). Followers can catch this anticipated matchup broadcasted live from California where they hope to see if UNM can continue its winning streak.