New Mexico Looks to Extend Win Streak Against Wyoming at The PIT
The New Mexico Lobos (20-4, 12-1 MWC) face the Wyoming Cowboys (11-13, 4-9 MWC) at The Pit on Wednesday, February 12, at 8:00 MT. The game will be broadcast on FS1.
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The Lobos enter on a six-game winning streak and lead the Mountain West Conference. They've been dominant at home with a 12-1 record while averaging 83.7 points per game, ranking 16th nationally in scoring.
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Nelly Junior Joseph earned his second straight Mountain West Player of the Week honor, his fourth this season, after a monster 21-rebound performance against Air Force. Teammate Donovan Dent added 25 points in that victory and remains a favorite for Conference Player of the Year.
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The struggling Wyoming Cowboys enter on a three-game losing streak, averaging just 61.7 points during this span. Their top scorer Obi Agbim (17.6 ppg) recently returned from injury, but the team has struggled on the road with a 3-6 record.
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In their previous meeting this season, New Mexico overcame a 14-point halftime deficit to win 61-53 in Laramie. The Lobos lead the all-time series 81-72 and have won four of the last five matchups.
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Key Statistics:
- New Mexico: 83.7 ppg scored, 70.9 ppg allowed
- Wyoming: 68.3 ppg scored, 70.4 ppg allowed
- Dent: 19.6 ppg
- Joseph: 13.8 ppg, 11 rpg (4th nationally in rebounding)
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The Lobos' strong home court advantage and Wyoming's road struggles suggest New Mexico should extend their winning streak in this Mountain West Conference matchup.
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