New Mexico Lobos and UNLV Rebels to Compete at The Pit in Albuquerque

As the New Mexico Lobos prepare to host the UNLV Rebels at The Pit in Albuquerque, fans can anticipate an intense matchup. The Lobos have been showing a strong performance trend, with their recent games indicating a solid trajectory heading into this encounter.

In their last game against Gonzaga Bulldogs, despite a loss with 56 points to the Bulldogs' 67, the Lobos demonstrated resilience. They managed to maintain a consistent scoring pattern across quarters and showed proficiency from the free-throw line with an impressive 86 percent accuracy. However, they struggled from the field with only a 34 percent shooting rate and will look to improve on that metric.

The previous home game saw a more favorable outcome for the Lobos as they secured a victory over Western New Mexico Mustangs with 71 points against their opponent's 47. Their defense was particularly effective, translating into 25 points off turnovers and showcasing their ability to capitalize on opponents' mistakes. With an assist turnover ratio of just over one and shooting nearly 39 percent from beyond the arc, it's clear that when they find rhythm in offense, they can be quite formidable.

Another home win against Hampton Lady Pirates by scoring 68 points highlighted their balanced attack and defensive prowess. They outrebounded Hampton by three boards and had better ball distribution which resulted in twenty assists.

The upcoming game is set for February 3rd at The Pit – an arena known for its energetic atmosphere which could provide an additional boost for the home team. Fans are eager to see if New Mexico can continue its upward trend by leveraging its strong defensive plays and improving field goal percentages.

For those looking forward to catching this exciting game live or through broadcasts, it will tip-off at precisely nine o'clock in the evening local time (21:00).