The run-and-gun Lobos kept running and gunning to their third straight win to open Mountain West play.
New Mexico dictated the tempo throughout the first half against Utah State Saturday afternoon at WisePies Arena, playing what could be the best 20 minutes it has played so far this season in a 77-59 victory.
The Lobos (10-6, 3-2 MW), who boast more possessions than any other team in the league, had another 70 possessions against Utah State. They converted that pace to a 50-percent shooting effort, or 29 of 58 from the field.
The game was proof that UNM is maturing, according to head coach Craig Neal.