Colorado State Rams Defeat New Mexico Lobos 82-74
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · The Pit
Colorado State Rams 82, New Mexico Lobos 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Colorado State Rams vs New Mexico Lobos?
Colorado State Rams beat New Mexico Lobos 82-74 at The Pit on March 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Colorado State Rams vs New Mexico Lobos?
New Mexico Lobos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Colorado State Rams emerged victorious against the New Mexico Lobos with a final score of 82-74. This game showcased the Rams' impressive form, as they extended their winning streak to seven games, while the Lobos faced a setback at home in The Pit.
The Rams, finishing the season with a record of 20-10, have been in strong form lately, winning seven of their last ten games. Their recent performances have seen them average 73.6 points scored and 70.8 points allowed per game. In their last five games alone, they have averaged 82.4 points scored while allowing 74.2 points, demonstrating their offensive capabilities. Their away record stands at 3-2, indicating a solid performance on the road.
On the other hand, the Lobos concluded their season with a record of 22-8. In their last ten games, they posted a record of 7-3, averaging 80.4 points scored and allowing 73.7 points. Despite their strong scoring average, they struggled defensively, particularly in this game. At home, they had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, showing that they have been competitive at The Pit but were unable to secure the win against Colorado State.
Historically, the Rams have had the upper hand in recent matchups against the Lobos, winning all three of their previous meetings this season. The most recent encounter before this game was on January 7, 2026, where Colorado State won 80-70. In total, the Rams have outscored the Lobos by significant margins in these encounters, including a notable 87-65 victory back in February 2025.
In terms of player performance, the Rams were led by key contributors who stepped up in crucial moments. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted their ability to maintain composure under pressure, with Jase Butler and Kyle Jorgensen making pivotal free throws to extend their lead. The Lobos attempted to rally back, with Jake Hall hitting a long three-pointer, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this matchup, with DraftKings setting the spread at UNM -8.5 and a total of 150.5 for the game. The Lobos were favored to win at home, but the Rams' performance defied expectations, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level regardless of the venue.
Conditions in The Pit were typical for a late-season college basketball game, with both teams facing the pressure of postseason implications. The atmosphere was electric, as fans rallied behind their teams, but ultimately, it was Colorado State's resilience and execution that led them to victory.
As the season draws to a close, both teams will look to build on their performances, with Colorado State riding high on momentum and New Mexico needing to regroup after this loss. The Rams' ability to score efficiently and defend effectively will be crucial as they move forward, while the Lobos will need to address their defensive lapses to remain competitive in future matchups.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNM -8.5 | 150.5 o -110 / u -110 | Colorado State Rams +320 · New Mexico Lobos -410 |
Leaders
- PointsDeyton Albury22New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsDeyton Albury3New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsTomislav Buljan12New Mexico Lobos
- PointsKyle Jorgensen19Colorado State Rams
- AssistsJevin Muniz7Colorado State Rams
- ReboundsBrandon Rechsteiner5Colorado State Rams
Recent form
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 7-3Streak W180.4 scored · 73.7 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W81-76vs San Diego State AztecsFeb 28
- L60-67at Nevada Wolf PackFeb 25
- W80-78at Fresno State BulldogsFeb 22
- W98-61vs Air Force FalconsFeb 18
- W70-64at Grand Canyon LopesFeb 12
- L90-91vs Boise State BroncosFeb 8
- L66-86vs Utah State AggiesFeb 5
- W90-80at San José State SpartansFeb 1
- W89-61at UNLV RebelsJan 28
- W80-73vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 25
Colorado State Rams
Last 10: 7-3Streak W773.6 scored · 70.8 allowed per game3-2 away
- W85-73at San José State SpartansFeb 28
- W74-70vs Fresno State BulldogsFeb 25
- W83-74vs San Diego State AztecsFeb 21
- W91-86at UNLV RebelsFeb 19
- W79-68vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 14
- W91-74at Air Force FalconsFeb 11
- W65-57vs San José State SpartansFeb 8
- L57-68at Wyoming CowboysFeb 1
- L50-73at San Diego State AztecsJan 29
- L61-65vs Utah State AggiesJan 24
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 | Colorado State Rams | New Mexico Lobos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-41 | 28-61 |
| Field goal % | 59 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 11-25 | 6-25 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 24 |
| Free throws | 23-31 | 12-20 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 19 |
| Assists | 19 | 12 |
| Steals | 7 | 16 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 40 |
| Fouls | 17 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 92 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-39Augustinas Kiudulas makes layup
- 2nd Half58-40Uriah Tenette makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-42Tajavis Miller makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-42Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-42Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-44Tomislav Buljan makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-44Jevin Muniz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-46Deyton Albury makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-47Luke Haupt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-47Jase Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-49Deyton Albury makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half62-51Deyton Albury makes layup
- 2nd Half62-53Tomislav Buljan makes 4-foot dunk (Jake Hall assists)
- 2nd Half65-53Augustinas Kiudulas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jase Butler assists)
- 2nd Half67-53Jase Butler makes layup (Jevin Muniz assists)
- 2nd Half67-55Luke Haupt makes layup
- 2nd Half67-56Deyton Albury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-57Deyton Albury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-59Luke Haupt makes layup
- 2nd Half67-60Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-61Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-61Jase Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Jase Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-61Jase Butler makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half71-64Jake Hall makes 28-foot three point jumper (Deyton Albury assists)
- 2nd Half72-64Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-66Deyton Albury makes layup
- 2nd Half73-66Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-66Jevin Muniz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68Tomislav Buljan makes 4-foot dunk (Deyton Albury assists)
- 2nd Half75-71Deyton Albury makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tajavis Miller assists)
- 2nd Half76-71Jase Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-71Jase Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-71Jevin Muniz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-71Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-71Kyle Jorgensen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-74Jake Hall makes 29-foot three point jumper (Deyton Albury assists)
- 2nd Half81-74Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-74Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours New Mexico Lobos, below favours Colorado State Rams.
Venue
- The PitAlbuquerque, NM
- Attendance14051
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, K.B. Burdett, Jason Phillips
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