The Northern Arizona Lumberjacks take on the New Mexico Lobos in a non-conference game. This game happens at The Pit in Albuquerque, NM. Fans can catch the action on MW+.
Northern Arizona enters this game after a loss to UNLV, ending with a score of 89-77. Key players like Chris Komin and Lucas Toukam showed their scoring skills, with Komin leading the way with 24 points. The Lumberjacks will aim to improve on their 0-1 record this season.
The New Mexico Lobos began their season with a win over Utah Tech, scoring 100 points. Jake Hall shined with 30 points, leading the Lobos in scoring. They hold a 1-0 record and look to build on their home success.
New Mexico vs Northern Arizona At a Glance
- Matchup: Northern Arizona Lumberjacks vs New Mexico Lobos
- Venue: The Pit, Albuquerque NM
- Date & Time: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: MW+
- New Mexico Record: 1-0 in the 2027 Regular Season
- Northern Arizona Spread: +25.5
New Mexico Lobos: A Look Into Their Upcoming Game
Offensive Performance
The New Mexico Lobos are averaging 100 points per game this season. This places them 38th in the nation for scoring. Their field goal percentage is 58.3%, ranking 16th overall.
The Lobos attempt 25 three-pointers per game, with a success rate of 44%. This positions them 40th in three-point shooting percentage. The team makes an average of 11 three-pointers each game, which is 69th in the nation.
Key Players to Watch
Jake Hall is the leading scorer for the Lobos, putting up 30 points in their recent game. His shooting accuracy stands at 47.4%. Uriah Tenette follows with 19 points and a shooting percentage of 58.3%.
Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi contributes 17 points per game. He also adds value with his 54.5% field goal shooting. Meanwhile, Hudson Mayes offers 14 points, shooting at a high rate of 70%.
Defensive Challenges
On defense, the Lobos average 10 steals per game. However, they face challenges with turnovers, giving up 14 per game. They also commit 14 fouls each game.
The team manages 2 blocks per game, which ranks them 93rd. Defensive focus will be crucial in maintaining their performance.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
Additional Betting Insights
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
Over/Under Trends
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
Northern Arizona Lumberjacks: A Closer Look at Their Upcoming Game
Offensive Analysis
The Northern Arizona Lumberjacks score an average of 77 points per game. Their shooting accuracy stands out, with a field goal percentage of 52.1%. This ranks them among the more efficient teams in terms of shooting.
Three-point shooting is a strong suit for the Lumberjacks. They make an average of 11 three-pointers per game, hitting them at a rate of 47.8%. This places them high in national rankings for three-point percentage.
Defensive Overview
Defensively, the Lumberjacks excel at creating turnovers. They average 3 steals per game, placing them in the top ranks nationally.
However, they struggle with fouls, averaging 25 per game. This could lead to opportunities for opponents at the free-throw line.
Key Players to Watch
Chris Komin has been a standout player, averaging 24 points in his recent outing. His shooting accuracy is impressive, with a field goal percentage of 66.7%.
Lucas Toukam contributes significantly with 16 points per game and a solid field goal percentage of 58.3%. Ryan Abelman adds depth to the backcourt, averaging 12 points.
Rebounding and Ball Movement
Rebounding has been a challenge for the Lumberjacks, with just 26 rebounds per game. This is an area where they can improve.
In terms of ball movement, they record 11 assists per game. Sharing the ball more effectively could enhance their offensive performance.
Betting Trends
- Straight Up Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
The Lumberjacks have struggled in terms of winning games outright. However, they have been successful against the spread, covering in their recent game.
New Mexico vs Northern Arizona Prediction: Northern Arizona +25.5
New Mexico comes into this game with a strong start to their season. They scored 100 points in their first game, showing a solid offense. However, Northern Arizona's ability to score 77 points per game could keep them within the spread.
Northern Arizona, despite a loss, has been effective in shooting, with a 47.8% from three-point range. This can help them cut into any large leads that New Mexico might build. Their shooting might prevent New Mexico from pulling away too much.
New Mexico's defensive stats show they allow some room for opponents to score. Their fouls per game could also lead to extra free throw attempts for Northern Arizona. This could make it difficult for New Mexico to cover a large spread.
Taking Northern Arizona +25.5 seems like a sensible choice. A projected final score of New Mexico 96 - Northern Arizona 73 fits well within the spread, leaning towards Northern Arizona covering.
- New Mexico vs Northern Arizona Prediction: Northern Arizona +25.5
- New Mexico vs Northern Arizona Score: New Mexico 96 - Northern Arizona 73
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