New Mexico Lobos vs
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New Mexico Looks to Extend Winning Streak Against Boise State in Mountain West Conference Showdown at ExtraMile Arena

On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, college basketball fans can look forward to a Mountain West Conference showdown between New Mexico and Boise State at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, ID. New Mexico previously defeated Boise State 84-65 in January, covering a 3.5-point spread. As the Broncos seek revenge, Boise State is currently listed as the betting favorite at -2.5. Stay tuned for our detailed Lobos vs. Broncos prediction, one of our top NCAAB picks for Wednesday night. The betting line has remained steady with no significant changes.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Lobos +125 | Broncos -150
• Spread: Lobos +2.5 (-110) | Broncos -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 150.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boise St. will win straight-up is 60%.

New Mexico vs Boise St. Stats

New Mexico Lobos

The New Mexico Lobos are currently on an eight-game winning streak, with a recent victory over Utah State propelling them two games above their competition in the Mountain West Conference. Led by standout performances from guards Tru Washington and Donovan Dent, the Lobos have been dominant on both ends of the court. Offensively, they are ranked 16th nationally in scoring, shooting efficiently from the field and free-throw line. Defensively, they excel at limiting their opponents' shooting percentages, particularly from beyond the arc. Overall, the Lobos are ranked 37th in the NCAA NET Rankings and have a power ranking of 17.

Boise St. Broncos Analysis

The Boise State Broncos recently suffered a 64-47 defeat at the hands of San Diego State, ending their four-game winning streak. Despite strong performances from senior forward Tyson Degenhart and senior guard Alvaro Cardenas, the team struggled with San Diego State's defense, shooting just 33.3% from the field. Currently ranked No. 48 in the NCAA NET Rankings, the Broncos hold the No. 5 seed in the MWC and are one game behind San Diego State and Colorado State. Offensively, the team averages 75.96 points per game and shoots 47.19% from the field and 76.87% from the free-throw line. On defense, they allow an average of 65.72 points per game and hold opponents to 42.90% shooting from the field. Their performance places them at #130 for offense and #37 for defense in the NCAA rankings.

New Mexico Dominates Boise State with Strong Defensive Performance

New Mexico delivered a strong defensive performance against Boise State, holding them to a 5-for-24 shooting performance from beyond the arc and forcing 17 turnovers. In contrast, the Lobos shot an impressive 54.4% from the field, including 7-for-15 from three-point range, and maintained a solid 22/11 assist-to-turnover ratio. Despite Boise State's reputation as a strong rebounding team, New Mexico's defensive arsenal proved effective in limiting their opportunities on the glass. With a focus on aggressive on-ball defense, the Lobos were able to generate turnovers, as evidenced by their success in forcing seven turnovers from Alvaro Cardenas earlier in the season. Overall, New Mexico appears to be the stronger defensive team in this matchup, making them a favorable pick for victory.

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