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New Mexico Lobos Set to Face Air Force Falcons in Mountain West Showdown

Game time: February 24, 2024 at 4:00 PM ET

Venue: The Pit — Albuquerque, NM

Article updated Feb 24, 6:21 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Air Force Falcons will face off against the New Mexico Lobos in a Mountain West Conference game on Saturday. The Falcons have struggled this season with a record of 7-17

Game outlook

The Air Force Falcons will face off against the New Mexico Lobos in a Mountain West Conference game on Saturday. The Falcons have struggled this season with a record of 8-17 overall and 1-12 in the conference. Meanwhile, the Lobos have had a strong season with a record of 21-6 and 9-5 in the conference. The game is set to tip off at 4:00 PM EST, with New Mexico opening as the betting favorite at -19.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Falcons +1,500 | Lobos -4,001

Spread: Falcons +19 (-110) | Lobos -19 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Mexico will win straight-up is 98%.

Air Force Falcons

The Air Force Falcons suffered a 72-43 loss to UNLV, marking their seventh consecutive defeat. They were dominated in the paint, allowing 40 points and being outrebounded 44-19. Offensively, they shot just 35% from the floor and 18% from beyond the arc. Ethan Taylor led the team with 17 points. The Falcons have struggled this season in the Mountain West, with only one conference win. They rank last in scoring and are struggling defensively, particularly in field goal and three-point defense. Their power ranking is 346, with poor offensive and defensive statistics. Overall, the Falcons have a record of 8-17 for the season. Smooth operator 🧈 pic.twitter.com/NXzi5u8kEk

New Mexico Lobos Analysis

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The New Mexico Lobos secured a crucial 68-66 victory against #22 Colorado State, maintaining their lead in the Mountain West Conference standings. Donovan Dent's layup-and-one in the final moments sealed the win, marking their third victory over a ranked opponent this season. Head coach Richard Pitino praised his team's effort and resilience, highlighting Dent's game-winning play. The Lobos are positioned to make a return to the NCAA Tournament with their strong performance this season. They lead the conference in scoring, ranking impressively in field goal and three-point shooting. Defensively, they excel in field goal and three-point defense, as well as rebounding. The Lobos have a power ranking of 74 and are ranked #20 in offense. They shoot efficiently from the field and beyond the arc, while also excelling in rebounding and limiting turnovers. Defensively, they are solid in defending field goals and three-pointers, as well as in rebounding. 🎥 Another memorable night in The Pit. #GoLobos pic.twitter.com/dPkvTIsCdi

New Mexico Lobos Set to Maintain Conference Lead Against Air Force in Crucial Matchup

The Lobos will face Air Force in what promises to be a crucial matchup for securing the top spot in the Mountain West Conference. In their previous away game against Air Force, the Lobos displayed dominance with a 19-point victory, showcasing their superior performance in the paint and on the boards. As they bring the game back home, I anticipate a similar outcome with the Lobos aiming to maintain their lead in the conference. New Mexico boasts the highest-scoring offense in the Mountain West along with exceptional rebounding abilities, positioning them as a formidable opponent. Furthermore, ranking 49th nationally in defending against 3-point shots, the Lobos are well-equipped to counter one of Air Force's offensive strengths. Foreseeing another one-sided contest, the prediction favors New Mexico for the win.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Air Force Falcons+1,500 → +1,100Moved
  • Moneyline · New Mexico Lobos-4,001 → -2,800Moved
  • Spread · Air Force Falcons+19 (-110) → +18.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · New Mexico Lobos-19 (-110) → -18.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over147 (-110) → 144 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under147 (-110) → 144 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Air Force Falcons
7-17 matchup record · 2-8-0 ATS · 9-1-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
New Mexico Lobos
19-6 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-24T11:21:38.960Z). 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

  • 2024-01-20New Mexico Lobos 85 · Air Force Falcons 66
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Air Force Falcons defeated New Mexico Lobos 78-77

Air Force Falcons defeated New Mexico Lobos 78-77 on February 24, 2024, a 1-point decision in the series. Air Force Falcons' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 37-36. Against SportsJaw's recorded Air Force Falcons +18.5 (-110) spread, Air Force Falcons covered, while the 155 combined points finished over the recorded total of 144.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Teddy718Spread · New Mexico Lobos -19 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Air Force Falcons +18.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Under 146 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Air Force Falcons +18.5 (-110)Win