New Mexico Lobos Face Nevada Wolf Pack in Mountain West Clash
RENO, NV – The New Mexico Lobos (21-6, 12-4 Mountain West) travel to Reno, Nevada, to seize on the Nevada Wolf Pack (18-9, 10-6 Mountain West) on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 11:00 p.m. EST. The game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network and can be heard on 95.5 KNEV/The Varsity Network. Tickets are available starting at $17 through VividSeats.
Recent Form
New Mexico comes into the contest after a narrow 80-78 victory over Fresno State on February 21, 2026, fueled by a 21-point performance from Deyton Albury. Nevada is coming off an 80-77 win against the University of San Diego State on February 21, 2026.
Key Players
For the Lobos, Jake Hall leads the team in scoring, averaging 15.9 points per game while shooting 49.5% from the field. Tomislav Buljan contributes 12.7 points per game. For the Wolf Pack, Corey Camper Jr. Is the leading scorer with an average of 17.7 points per game and is a threat from beyond the arc, making 2.5 three-pointers per game.
Team Statistics
New Mexico boasts a strong offensive attack, averaging 81.4 points per game, while holding opponents to 69.5 points. They shoot 46% from the field and grab 36.4 rebounds per game. Nevada averages 76.1 points per game, allowing 72.0 points to their opponents. The Wolf Pack shoot 44% from the field and average 35.8 rebounds per game.
Conference Standings
As of February 23, 2026, the Mountain West Conference standings are as follows:
- Utah State: 13-3
- New Mexico: 12-4
- San Diego State: 12-4
- Nevada: 10-6
- Grand Canyon: 10-6
- UNLV: 9-7
- Colorado State: 8-8
- Boise State: 8-8
- Wyoming: 6-10
- Fresno State: 6-10
- San José State: 2-14
- Air Force: 0-16
Previous Matchup
New Mexico defeated Nevada 80-73 on January 25, 2026, in their previous meeting this season. Jake Hall led the Lobos with 19 points, while Corey Camper Jr. Paced the Wolf Pack with 20 points.
Looking Ahead
This matchup is crucial for both teams as they battle for positioning in the Mountain West Conference tournament. The outcome will have significant implications for seeding and potential NCAA tournament bids.