The New Mexico Lobos (9-3, 1-0 MW) face the Colorado State Rams (7-5, 1-0 MW) in a crucial Mountain West Conference matchup at Moby Arena in Fort Collins.

Team Statistics:

New Mexico Lobos:

• Averaging 87.0 points per game (12th nationally)
• Shooting 46.0% from field, 36.3% from three
• Led by Donovan Dent (19.6 PPG, 7.3 APG)
• Notable wins against UCLA, USC, and VCU
• Strong offensive presence but allowing 75.4 PPG defensively

Colorado State Rams:

• Averaging 73.3 points per game
• Shooting 45.4% from field
• Led by Nique Clifford (16.3 PPG, 10.7 RPG)
• 5-1 record at home
• Solid defensive team allowing 70.0 PPG

Recent Performance: Dent's career-high 40 points led New Mexico to a 78-71 victory over VCU, while Colorado State comes off a close 66-64 win against Nevada.

Key Factors:

• New Mexico's high-tempo offense (3rd nationally in possessions)
• Colorado State's home-court advantage
• Both teams struggle defending three-pointers
• Bench depth becoming crucial for New Mexico

Game Details:

• Spread: Colorado State -3.5
• Total: 157.5
• Moneyline: New Mexico +150, Colorado State -182
• Tipoff: 3:00 PM EST

Prediction: New Mexico's offensive firepower and momentum should overcome Colorado State's home-court advantage in what promises to be a high-scoring affair.

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