The Lobos (8-6) open conference play with an 88-76 win over Nevada. They snap a four-game losing streak in the process.
There's no place like home, especially when you need to snap a forgettable four-game losing streak. Tonight the Pit was full of rowdy fans who played a pivotal sixth man role by supporting their New Mexico Lobos. The team did not disappoint; the Lobos led nearly the whole way and finished the game with an 88-76 victory over their conference foes.
Elijah Brown's 24 points helped UNM secure the win. As usual, the guard was automatic from the free throw line, going 15-15.