Lobos Host Fresno State in Wednesday Homestand Opener
The New Mexico Lobos men’s basketball team is set to welcome the Fresno State Bulldogs for a homestand opener on Wednesday evening. This highly anticipated matchup will take place at The Pit, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Fans can catch the game live on CBS Sports Network and listen in on the Lobo Radio Network.
Important Game Details
- Opponent: Fresno State Bulldogs
- Date: Wednesday
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
- Location: The Pit, Albuquerque, NM
- Broadcast: CBS Sports Network & Lobo Radio Network
- Tickets: Available at GoLobos.com/tickets
- Gates Open: 5:30 p.m.
Game Highlights
The Lobos, with a record of 14 wins and 4 losses (5-2 in conference play), aim to uphold their perfect home record this season. They are currently on a 21-game home winning streak, ranking as the sixth-longest in the nation. This comes after a tough 83-79 defeat against San Diego State, which ended a four-game winning stretch for New Mexico.
Star player Tomislav Buljan stood out in the previous game, achieving a double-double with 20 points and 14 rebounds. This performance marked his league-leading seventh double-double of the season.
About Fresno State
The Bulldogs hold a record of 9-9 overall and 3-4 within the Mountain West Conference. They have recently found momentum, winning three out of their last four games, including two consecutive conference victories—their first back-to-back wins since 2024. Jake Heidbreder, a former Air Force and Clemson guard, leads Fresno State, averaging 17.6 points per game.
All-Time Series and Future Matchup
The historical matchup between the Lobos and the Bulldogs stands at 21 wins each, but New Mexico has claimed victory in the last four encounters. At home, the Lobos enjoy a favorable record of 14-3 against Fresno State at The Pit.
Following the contest with Fresno, the Lobos will host the Nevada Wolf Pack on Saturday. The game will commence at 6:00 p.m. and will also be aired on FS1. Tickets for both matches are currently available through GoLobos.com/tickets.
