Boise St. Broncos vs New Mexico Lobos Betting Picks & Predictions
The 2024-25 college basketball season kicks off with a noteworthy Mountain West Conference showdown between Boise State and New Mexico on Friday, January 17 at The Pit in
Game outlook
The 2024-25 college basketball season kicks off with a noteworthy Mountain West Conference showdown between Boise State and New Mexico on Friday, January 17 at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. Boise State has a favorable record of 7-2 SU and 6-2-1 ATS in their previous nine matchups with New Mexico, but the Lobos secured a 76-66 victory in their last encounter during the 2024 MWC Championship Tournament Quarterfinal. Despite opening as the betting favorite at -3.5, New Mexico has not seen movement in the betting line. Stay tuned for our in-depth analysis and predictions for this exciting matchup, as well as our top NCAAB picks for Friday night.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Broncos +134 | Lobos -162
Spread: Broncos +3.5 (-110) | Lobos -3.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 151 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Mexico will win straight-up is 62%.
Boise St. Broncos
The Boise State Broncos recently defeated Wyoming 96-55, holding their opponents to 35.4% shooting and forcing 14 turnovers. Leading players include Andrew Meadow, Alvaro Cardenas, and Tyson Degenhart. The team's offensive efficiency is ranked 25th in the nation, with strong three-point shooting and scoring. Defensive rankings are also solid, with the team allowing an average of 66.11 points per game. Overall, the Broncos have a record of 13-5 and a power ranking of 6, placing them at 92 in offensive ranking and 51 in defensive ranking. They are performing well in field goal and free throw shooting, while also excelling in rebounding and defensive stats. The team's strong performance has earned them a spot at #44 in the NCAA NET Rankings.