Boise State Edges New Mexico in Thrilling Finish
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · The Pit
Boise State Broncos 91, New Mexico Lobos 90, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Boise State Broncos vs New Mexico Lobos?
Boise State Broncos beat New Mexico Lobos 91-90 at The Pit on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Boise State Broncos vs New Mexico Lobos?
New Mexico Lobos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Boise State Broncos triumphed over the New Mexico Lobos with a final score of 91-90 at The Pit. This victory marked a significant moment for Boise State, who have now improved their record to 16-9, while New Mexico falls to 18-7. The game showcased the competitive spirit and resilience of both teams, making it a noteworthy fixture in the NCAAB landscape.
Boise State entered the game with a mixed record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Nevada Wolf Pack 91-87. The Broncos have averaged 82.3 points scored during this stretch, while allowing 79.0 points per game. Their away record stood at 2-3, indicating a struggle to secure wins outside their home venue.
On the other hand, New Mexico had a strong home record of 18-6, and although they had been performing well with an 8-2 record in their last ten games, they were coming off a loss to the Utah State Aggies, where they fell 66-86. The Lobos had been averaging 82.3 points scored and 69.8 points allowed in their recent games, demonstrating their offensive capabilities but also highlighting some defensive vulnerabilities.
The matchup had a historical context, as Boise State had previously faced New Mexico three times in the last two seasons, with the Lobos winning only once. Their last meeting on December 31, 2025, saw New Mexico lose 53-62 in Boise, which added an extra layer of motivation for the Broncos heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were reported missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this critical contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had New Mexico favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 152.5. The odds reflected a competitive expectation for the game, given both teams' scoring averages.
The game itself was a showcase of skill, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. In the second half, key moments included a series of free throws by Dylan Andrews, who was instrumental in maintaining Boise State's lead. Andrews made crucial shots, including two free throws that pushed the score to 91-87. The Lobos fought hard to close the gap, but ultimately fell just short, unable to secure the win on their home court.
Conditions in The Pit were favorable for basketball, with a charged atmosphere as fans rallied behind the Lobos. Viewers were treated to a high-paced game filled with three-point shots and aggressive drives to the basket, particularly from both teams' guards.
As the game concluded, New Mexico's hopes of a comeback were dashed when JT Rock hit a three-pointer that brought the score to 91-90, but time ran out before they could capitalize further. This game not only highlighted the competitive nature of the NCAAB but also set the stage for both teams as they head deeper into the season, with Boise State looking to build on their momentum and New Mexico aiming to rebound from this narrow defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNM -4.5 | 152.5 o -108 / u -112 | Boise State Broncos +170 · New Mexico Lobos -205 |
Leaders
- PointsLuke Haupt30New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsUriah Tenette5New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsTomislav Buljan9New Mexico Lobos
- PointsDylan Andrews33Boise State Broncos
- AssistsDylan Andrews4Boise State Broncos
- ReboundsPearson Carmichael8Boise State Broncos
Recent form
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 8-2Streak L182.3 scored · 69.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L66-86vs Utah State AggiesFeb 5
- W90-80at San José State SpartansFeb 1
- W89-61at UNLV RebelsJan 28
- W80-73vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 25
- W83-74vs Fresno State BulldogsJan 22
- L79-83at San Diego State AztecsJan 18
- W87-64vs Grand Canyon LopesJan 14
- W91-49at Air Force FalconsJan 10
- W80-70at Colorado State RamsJan 7
- W78-58vs Wyoming CowboysJan 4
Boise State Broncos
Last 10: 5-5Streak W182.3 scored · 79 allowed per game2-3 away
- W91-87vs Nevada Wolf PackFeb 4
- L69-86at Grand Canyon LopesJan 31
- W89-58at San José State SpartansJan 28
- W96-54vs Air Force FalconsJan 24
- W81-65at Wyoming CowboysJan 21
- W79-73vs Colorado State RamsJan 17
- L85-89at UNLV RebelsJan 14
- L68-93vs Utah State AggiesJan 11
- L58-75vs Grand Canyon LopesJan 8
- L107-110at San Diego State AztecsJan 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Boise State Broncos | New Mexico Lobos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 32-62 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 15-35 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 46 |
| Free throws | 26-27 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 96 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 20 |
| Assists | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 2 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 14 | 40 |
| Fouls | 18 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 54 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half63-54Drew Fielder makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-57Luke Haupt makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tajavis Miller assists)
- 2nd Half63-58Luke Haupt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Luke Haupt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-59Dylan Andrews makes 24-foot three point jumper (Pearson Carmichael assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Jake Hall makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tajavis Miller assists)
- 2nd Half69-62Dylan Andrews makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-63Luke Haupt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-64Luke Haupt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-67Deyton Albury makes 27-foot three point jumper (Antonio Chol assists)
- 2nd Half70-67Pearson Carmichael makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half71-67Pearson Carmichael makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half72-67Pearson Carmichael makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half74-67Pearson Carmichael makes layup
- 2nd Half74-69Luke Haupt makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half74-71Luke Haupt makes layup
- 2nd Half76-71Javan Buchanan makes layup
- 2nd Half78-71Pearson Carmichael makes layup (Dylan Andrews assists)
- 2nd Half78-72Deyton Albury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Deyton Albury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-75Uriah Tenette makes layup (Deyton Albury assists)
- 2nd Half79-75Dylan Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-75Dylan Andrews makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-77Luke Haupt makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half80-80Jake Hall makes 23-foot three point jumper (Uriah Tenette assists)
- 2nd Half81-80Javan Buchanan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-80Javan Buchanan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-81Luke Haupt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-81Dylan Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-81Dylan Andrews makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-81Aginaldo Neto makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-81Dylan Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-81Dylan Andrews makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-84Jake Hall makes 26-foot three point jumper (Uriah Tenette assists)
- 2nd Half88-84Dylan Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-84Dylan Andrews makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-87Uriah Tenette makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half90-87Dylan Andrews makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half91-87Dylan Andrews makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half91-90JT Rock makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tajavis Miller assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours New Mexico Lobos, below favours Boise State Broncos.
Venue
- The PitAlbuquerque, NM
- Attendance14379
- OfficialsChad Barlow, Tommy Nunez, Kevin Raher
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