A Mountain West Conference matchup is set for Saturday evening in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as Elijah Price leads the Nevada Wolf Pack (14-5, 6-2 MWC) against Tomislav Buljan and the New Mexico Lobos (15-4, 6-2 MWC).
Key Matchups and Team Performance
The Lobos boast an impressive 11-0 record at home this season. They currently lead the Mountain West Conference in defensive play, limiting opponents to an average of 67.5 points while holding them to 40.0% shooting from the field. The Wolf Pack, meanwhile, are 6-2 in conference play and rank ninth in the MWC with 22.3 defensive rebounds per game, with Price averaging 6.0 rebounds.
Statistically, New Mexico excels in three-point shooting, averaging 9.6 made shots from beyond the arc per game. This is 1.8 more than Nevada allows. Conversely, Nevada outscores its opponents by an average of 9.5 points per game (77.0 to 67.5).
Player Spotlight
Leading the Lobos in scoring is Jake Hall, averaging 14.7 points per game, alongside 3.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists. Deyton Albury has also been a key contributor, averaging 10.5 points and 3.3 rebounds while shooting 48.7% over the last 10 games. For the Wolf Pack, Corey Camper Jr. is the top scorer with 16.3 points per game, complemented by 4.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists. Tayshawn Comer is averaging 13.1 points and shooting 42.7% over his last 10 games.
Over the last 10 games, the Lobos have maintained an 8-2 record, averaging 79.5 points, 33.8 rebounds, 14.0 assists, 8.3 steals, and 3.0 blocks per game, while shooting 45.6% from the field. The Wolf Pack also hold an 8-2 record in their last 10, averaging 76.8 points, 31.0 rebounds, 14.1 assists, 7.0 steals, and 3.7 blocks, with a 45.6% field goal percentage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current record of the New Mexico Lobos?
The New Mexico Lobos are currently 15-4 overall and 6-2 in Mountain West Conference play.
What is Nevada’s record in conference play?
The Nevada Wolf Pack are 6-2 in Mountain West Conference play.
Where will the game between Nevada and New Mexico be played?
The game will be played in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Saturday at 8 p.m. EST.
Given the contrasting strengths of these two teams, and New Mexico’s dominant home record, how might Nevada attempt to disrupt the Lobos’ momentum?
