Lobos Look to Tame Rams in The Pit Showdown

As the New Mexico Lobos prepare to host the Colorado State Rams at The Pit, fans are eager for what promises to be an intense encounter. The Lobos have been showing a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, but they remain a formidable force on their home court.

In their last game against Gonzaga Bulldogs, the Lobos scored 56 points but were outpaced by the Bulldogs' 67. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; notably, they shot an impressive 86 percent from the free-throw line and grabbed a total of 35 rebounds. However, they'll need to improve on their field goal percentage which stood at just 34 percent.

A previous home game saw a more favorable outcome for the Lobos with a victory over Western New Mexico Mustangs where they put up 71 points and demonstrated defensive prowess with 16 steals and capitalized on turnovers scoring 25 points off them. Their three-point shooting was decent at 38 percent, indicating that when they find rhythm beyond the arc, they can be quite dangerous.

Another home win against Hampton Lady Pirates showcased the Lobos' ability to distribute the ball effectively as evidenced by their 20 assists. They also maintained a solid defense with nine steals and limited turnovers to just twelve compared to Hampton's eighteen.

The upcoming clash will test whether UNM can continue its strong performance at The Pit—a venue known for its energetic atmosphere that often gives them an edge over visiting teams. Fans should look out for how well the Lobos manage ball possession and if they can exploit fast-break opportunities while maintaining defensive pressure throughout all quarters.

The action unfolds on February 10th at The Pit in Albuquerque with tip-off scheduled for noon local time (2 PM Eastern). Fans not able to attend can catch live coverage of what promises to be an exciting matchup between these two contenders.