New Mexico Lobos Defeat Colorado State Rams 80-70
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Moby Arena
New Mexico Lobos 80, Colorado State Rams 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New Mexico Lobos vs Colorado State Rams?
New Mexico Lobos beat Colorado State Rams 80-70 at Moby Arena on January 6, 2026.
Who was favored in New Mexico Lobos vs Colorado State Rams?
New Mexico Lobos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the New Mexico Lobos emerged victorious against the Colorado State Rams with a final score of 80-70. This game took place at Moby Arena, highlighting the competitive nature of the NCAAB season. New Mexico improved their record to 13-3, while Colorado State fell to 10-6 after this contest.
Both teams entered this game with contrasting recent forms. The Lobos had won eight of their last ten games, boasting a scoring average of 81.5 points while allowing 68.9 points per game. Their last outing was a convincing 78-58 victory over the Wyoming Cowboys on January 4, 2026. In contrast, the Rams had a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, scoring an average of 76.5 points and allowing 71.7 points. They were coming off a win against the Grand Canyon Lopes, where they secured a 70-60 victory on January 4, 2026.
When considering home and away performances, the Rams held a home record of 4-3, while the Lobos were strong on the road with a 7-1 home record and a 1-1 away record prior to this game. The Lobos’ ability to perform well away from home has been a key aspect of their success this season.
In terms of head-to-head meetings, New Mexico had previously defeated Colorado State in both of their last encounters, with scores of 87-65 and 76-68 in the 2025 season. This history added an extra layer of pressure on the Rams as they sought to turn the tide in this fixture.
Regarding injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams were expected to field their best lineups. The betting market reflected the Lobos' favorable position, with DraftKings listing them as 1.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 143.5, with odds of -115.0 for the over and -105.0 for the under. New Mexico had a moneyline of -122, while Colorado State was at +102.
The game conditions were typical for a January evening in Colorado, with both teams needing to adapt to the altitude and the atmosphere of Moby Arena. Fans were treated to a competitive contest, with the Lobos showcasing their offensive prowess.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays that solidified New Mexico’s lead in the second half. Jase Butler made a layup followed by a free throw, pushing the score to 74-67. Antonio Chol added a dunk, and Tomislav Buljan contributed with free throws that extended the lead to 78-68. As the game progressed, Jevin Muniz and Jake Hall added crucial points for New Mexico, ultimately sealing the victory.
Overall, the Lobos demonstrated their strength and ability to perform under pressure, while the Rams will need to regroup as they move forward in the season. This game not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for future encounters in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNM -1.5 | 143.5 o -115 / u -105 | New Mexico Lobos -122 · Colorado State Rams +102 |
Leaders
- PointsAugustinas Kiudulas20Colorado State Rams
- AssistsBrandon Rechsteiner5Colorado State Rams
- ReboundsCarey Booth6Colorado State Rams
- PointsJake Hall18New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsDeyton Albury4New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsTomislav Buljan11New Mexico Lobos
Recent form
Colorado State Rams
Last 10: 6-4Streak W176.5 scored · 71.7 allowed per game4-3 at home
- W70-60at Grand Canyon LopesJan 4
- L62-75vs Nevada Wolf PackDec 31
- L58-100at Utah State AggiesDec 20
- W104-54vs Northern New Mexico EaglesDec 14
- W76-55vs Dartmouth Big GreenDec 10
- W91-86vs Colorado BuffaloesDec 6
- W83-68at South Florida BullsNov 28
- W76-70vs Wichita State ShockersNov 28
- L64-66vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 26
- L81-83vs Denver PioneersNov 22
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 8-2Streak W181.5 scored · 68.9 allowed per game1-1 away
- W78-58vs Wyoming CowboysJan 4
- L53-62at Boise State BroncosDec 31
- W88-65vs San José State SpartansDec 21
- W75-59vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesDec 14
- W81-78at VCU RamsDec 11
- W98-71vs Santa Clara BroncosDec 7
- W97-47vs New Mexico Highlands CowboysDec 2
- W93-87vs Alabama State HornetsNov 27
- W80-78vs Mississippi State BulldogsNov 22
- L72-84vs Nebraska CornhuskersNov 21
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 | New Mexico Lobos | Colorado State Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-53 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 11-25 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 28 |
| Free throws | 13-21 | 9-11 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 20 |
| Assists | 14 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 36 |
| Fouls | 14 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 92 | 2 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-39Brandon Rechsteiner makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half44-39Luke Haupt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-39Luke Haupt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-39Antonio Chol makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jake Hall assists)
- 2nd Half48-41Augustinas Kiudulas makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half48-42Augustinas Kiudulas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half51-42Jake Hall makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-44Jon Mekonnen makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-44JT Rock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-44Antonio Chol makes 23-foot three point jumper (Deyton Albury assists)
- 2nd Half57-44Deyton Albury makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half57-47Nikola Djapa makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandon Rechsteiner assists)
- 2nd Half59-47JT Rock makes 1-foot dunk (Uriah Tenette assists)
- 2nd Half59-49Augustinas Kiudulas makes layup
- 2nd Half60-49Deyton Albury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-52Jase Butler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jevin Muniz assists)
- 2nd Half62-52Luke Haupt makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-53Augustinas Kiudulas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-53JT Rock makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half64-56Jase Butler makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-56Jake Hall makes 24-foot three point jumper (Deyton Albury assists)
- 2nd Half67-57Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-58Brandon Rechsteiner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-58Uriah Tenette makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half70-58JT Rock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-60Jase Butler makes driving layup (Jojo McIver assists)
- 2nd Half70-61Jase Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-61Jake Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-63Jevin Muniz makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-63Tajavis Miller makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half73-65Josh Pascarelli makes layup (Augustinas Kiudulas assists)
- 2nd Half74-65Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-67Jase Butler makes layup
- 2nd Half74-68Jase Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half76-68Antonio Chol makes 1-foot dunk (Tomislav Buljan assists)
- 2nd Half77-68Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-68Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-70Jevin Muniz makes layup
- 2nd Half79-70Jake Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-70Jake Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Colorado State Rams, below favours New Mexico Lobos.
Venue
- Moby ArenaFort Collins, CO
- Attendance3640
- OfficialsScott Brown, John Floyd, Edwin Young
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