The Nevada Wolf Pack (18-9 10-6 Mountain West) will host the New Mexico Lobos (21-6, 12-4 MW) on Tuesday, February 24, at Lawlor Events Center in Reno. The game is scheduled for 8 p.m. And will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network, with Chris Lewis and John Henson calling the action. A radio broadcast will also be available on 95.5 KNEV, featuring John Ramey and Nick Fazekas.
Last Time Out
Nevada secured an 80-77 victory over Utah State on Saturday, despite leading for only six minutes of the game. The Wolf Pack shot 51 percent from the field, 53 percent from beyond the arc, and 74 percent from the free-throw line. Corey Camper Jr. Led the team with 20 points and four rebounds.
Elijah Price recorded a double-double with 10 points and 12 rebounds, while Tayshawn Comer contributed 12 points and seven assists, and Kaleb Lowery added 11 points and five rebounds. On defense, Price and Joel Armotrading each had three blocks.
Lobos Rematch
The upcoming game is a rematch of a January 24th contest where Nevada lost to New Mexico 80-73 at The Pit. In that earlier matchup, Nevada shot 42 percent from the field and was outscored in turnovers 20-9 and bench points 26-6, despite winning the paint battle 32-22.
Corey Camper Jr. Again led the Pack in that game with 20 points and eight rebounds, followed by Elijah Price’s double-double (16 points, 11 rebounds), Vaughn Weems (16 points, eight rebounds), and Tayshawn Comer (13 points, four assists). Price also had a season-high six blocks and three steals in that contest.
Scouting New Mexico
New Mexico comes into Tuesday’s game after securing an 80-78 win against Fresno State, overcoming a 22-point first-half deficit. Deyton Albury led the Lobos with 21 points and eight rebounds, while freshman Jake Hall added 20 points.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nevada’s record?
Nevada’s overall record is 18-9, and their Mountain West record is 10-6.
What is New Mexico’s record?
New Mexico’s overall record is 21-6, and their Mountain West record is 12-4.
Where can fans watch the game?
Fans can watch the game on CBS Sports Network with Chris Lewis and John Henson calling the action.
As Nevada looks ahead to this crucial Mountain West matchup, will the Wolf Pack be able to translate their recent success against Utah State into a victory over a strong New Mexico team?
