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San Diego St. Aztecs vs New Mexico Lobos Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET

Venue: The Pit — Albuquerque, NM

Article updated Jan 11, 6:26 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Get ready for an exciting college basketball matchup as the San Diego State Aztecs take on the New Mexico Lobos in a Mountain West Conference showdown at The Pit in

Game outlook

Get ready for an exciting college basketball matchup as the San Diego State Aztecs take on the New Mexico Lobos in a Mountain West Conference showdown at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. The game, tipping off at 1:00 PM ET, marks the first meeting between the two teams in the 2024-25 season. With New Mexico holding a 2-1 SU and ATS advantage over San Diego State from last season, the Aztecs will be looking to avenge their loss in the MWC Championship Final. Despite New Mexico opening as the betting favorite at -3.5, the line has remained steady leading up to the game. Stay tuned for more insights on this highly anticipated matchup.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Aztecs +149 | Lobos -180

Spread: Aztecs +3.5 (-110) | Lobos -3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 147 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Mexico will win straight-up is 64%.

San Diego St. Aztecs

The San Diego State Aztecs have been performing well lately, winning seven of their last eight games overall. Despite a recent defeat to Utah State, they bounced back with wins over Boise State and Air Force. In their most recent game against Air Force, the Aztecs showcased a strong defensive performance, holding the Falcons to a low shooting percentage and forcing turnovers. Senior guard Nick Boyd led the team with 16 points. Overall, the Aztecs have a strong defense, ranking 14th in the country in points allowed per game. Offensively, they have room for improvement in their shooting percentages. The team is currently ranked 48th in power rankings and has a record of 10-3 this season. They are a team to watch in NCAA basketball.

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New Mexico Lobos Analysis

The New Mexico Lobos are on a winning streak since their last loss in December, with a recent conference victory over Wyoming. Junior guard Donovan Dent and junior forward Filip Borovicanin led the team to success in this game. Dent is a key player for the Lobos, averaging 19.3 points and 6.9 assists per game. The team ranks 67th in the NCAA NET Rankings and excels offensively, scoring an average of 85.38 points per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 74.75 points per game. The Lobos have a power ranking of 103 and are 26-11 overall. In their upcoming game against San Diego State, the Lobos will need to continue their strong offensive performance while shoring up their defense to secure a victory.

San Diego State's Top Defense Set to Face Tough Offensive Challenge from Lobos

San Diego State is recognized as a top defensive team nationally, ranking seventh in opposing 2-point percentage (42.7%) and 14th in opposing 3-point percentage (28.4%). In the upcoming game, their defense will face a strong challenge from the Lobos, known for their impressive offensive abilities. The game is expected to be closely contested, with the Lobos' offense potentially holding an advantage. Players like Donovan Dent, Nelly Junior Joseph, and Mustapha Amzil contribute significantly to the Lobos' offensive firepower. Their strategy of attacking the rim and drawing fouls proves effective, while also emphasizing ball security and solid defense. In contrast, the Aztecs have been inconsistent in executing their offensive plays at a high level.

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SportsJaw Aztecs vs Lobos archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Aztecs vs Lobos matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · San Diego St. Aztecs+149 → +143Moved
  • Moneyline · New Mexico Lobos-180 → -167Moved
  • Spread · San Diego St. Aztecs+3.5 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · New Mexico Lobos-3.5 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over147 (-110) → 148 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under147 (-110) → 148 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

San Diego St. Aztecs
22-11 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
New Mexico Lobos
26-11 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-11T11:26:42.273Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-16New Mexico Lobos 68 · San Diego St. Aztecs 61
  • 2024-02-16New Mexico Lobos 70 · San Diego St. Aztecs 81
Final result

Matchup pick recap

New Mexico Lobos defeated San Diego St. Aztecs 62-48

New Mexico Lobos defeated San Diego St. Aztecs 62-48 on January 11, 2025, a 14-point decision in the series. New Mexico Lobos' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 30-20. Against SportsJaw's recorded San Diego St. Aztecs +3.5 (-110) spread, New Mexico Lobos covered, while the 110 combined points finished under the recorded total of 148.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • JtphamSpread · New Mexico Lobos -3.5 (-110)Win