San Diego State Edges New Mexico in Close Contest
Friday, March 13, 2026, 11:59 PM ET · Thomas & Mack Center
San Diego State Aztecs 64, New Mexico Lobos 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won New Mexico Lobos vs San Diego State Aztecs?
San Diego State Aztecs beat New Mexico Lobos 64-62 at Thomas & Mack Center on March 13, 2026.
Who was favored in New Mexico Lobos vs San Diego State Aztecs?
San Diego State Aztecs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the San Diego State Aztecs narrowly defeated the New Mexico Lobos 64-62 at the Thomas & Mack Center. This game was significant as it marked the fourth meeting between these two teams this season, with both sides having won two games each in their previous encounters. The Aztecs had previously lost to the Lobos 76-81 just two weeks prior, making this victory particularly important for their confidence.
San Diego State entered the game with a home record of 22-10, while New Mexico boasted a slightly better away record of 23-10. In their last ten games, the Aztecs had a record of 6-4, with a current winning streak of two games. They averaged 77.0 points scored and allowed 71.7 points during this stretch. In their last five games, they had a record of 3-2, scoring an average of 80.4 points while allowing 77.4 points.
The Lobos, on the other hand, had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with a recent streak of one win. They averaged 80.2 points scored and allowed 77.6 points during this period. Their last five games saw them with a record of 2-3, scoring an average of 79.6 points and allowing 79.2 points.
At home, San Diego State had a strong record of 5-1 in their last six games, while New Mexico struggled slightly on the road with a record of 2-2 in their last four away games. The previous meetings between the two teams this season included a win for New Mexico at home and two victories for San Diego State, one of which was a crucial 83-79 win on January 18, 2026.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any current issues affecting either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had San Diego State as the favorite with odds of -2.5 on the spread and a money line of -155. New Mexico was listed at +130 on the money line. The total points line was set at 150.5, with over odds at -108 and under odds at -112.
The game was played under standard conditions, and the close score reflected the competitive nature of both teams. Key moments in the second half included a three-point jumper by Magoon Gwath, which brought New Mexico within four points at 60-56. Free throws by Uriah Tenette and Tomislav Buljan kept the Lobos in contention, but San Diego State managed to maintain their lead with crucial layups from Tae Simmons and BJ Davis.
As the game drew to a close, Deyton Albury's layup tied the game at 62-62, but Davis's final layup secured the win for San Diego State, bringing the final score to 64-62. This victory not only avenged their previous loss to New Mexico but also solidified San Diego State's position as a formidable contender in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SDSU -2.5 | 150.5 o -108 / u -112 | New Mexico Lobos +130 · San Diego State Aztecs -155 |
Leaders
- PointsMagoon Gwath17San Diego State Aztecs
- AssistsBJ Davis6San Diego State Aztecs
- ReboundsTae Simmons8San Diego State Aztecs
- PointsDeyton Albury20New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsLuke Haupt4New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsTomislav Buljan10New Mexico Lobos
Recent form
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 6-4Streak W277 scored · 71.7 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W71-62vs Colorado State RamsMar 13
- W89-86vs UNLV RebelsMar 7
- L77-86at Boise State BroncosMar 4
- L76-81at New Mexico LobosFeb 28
- W89-72vs Utah State AggiesFeb 26
- L74-83at Colorado State RamsFeb 21
- L63-73vs Grand Canyon LopesFeb 18
- W71-57vs Nevada Wolf PackFeb 15
- W88-54at Air Force FalconsFeb 8
- W72-63vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 4
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 5-5Streak W180.2 scored · 77.6 allowed per game2-2 away
- W93-77vs San José State SpartansMar 13
- L90-94at Utah State AggiesMar 7
- L74-82vs Colorado State RamsMar 5
- 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
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 | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-61 | 23-56 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 7-21 | 5-21 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 24 |
| Free throws | 15-28 | 13-21 |
| Free throw % | 54 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 20 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 31 |
| Assists | 12 | 16 |
| Steals | 9 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 32 |
| Fouls | 16 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 16 | 71 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-33BJ Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half28-33Tajavis Miller makes free throw 2 of 3
- 1st Half29-33Tajavis Miller makes free throw 3 of 3
- 1st Half29-35Taj DeGourville makes layup (BJ Davis assists)
- 1st Half32-35JT Rock makes 25-foot three point jumper (Luke Haupt assists)
- 1st Half33-35Tajavis Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half33-37BJ Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half35-37Deyton Albury makes layup (Jake Hall assists)
- 2nd Half35-39Miles Heide makes layup (Tae Simmons assists)
- 2nd Half37-39Luke Haupt makes layup (Uriah Tenette assists)
- 2nd Half37-41Tae Simmons makes layup (Miles Byrd assists)
- 2nd Half39-41Deyton Albury makes layup
- 2nd Half39-43Magoon Gwath makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-44BJ Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-44Antonio Chol makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jake Hall assists)
- 2nd Half43-44Deyton Albury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-44Deyton Albury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-46Miles Byrd makes layup (Taj DeGourville assists)
- 2nd Half44-48Magoon Gwath makes layup (Taj DeGourville assists)
- 2nd Half46-48Uriah Tenette makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-49BJ Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-50BJ Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-52Reese Dixon-Waters makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-52JT Rock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-52Deyton Albury makes 25-foot three point jumper (Luke Haupt assists)
- 2nd Half52-52Luke Haupt makes layup
- 2nd Half52-53BJ Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-53Deyton Albury makes layup (Antonio Chol assists)
- 2nd Half54-55Tae Simmons makes layup (Miles Byrd assists)
- 2nd Half54-57Taj DeGourville makes 15-foot jumper (BJ Davis assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Uriah Tenette makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-57Uriah Tenette makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-60Magoon Gwath makes 23-foot three point jumper (Miles Byrd assists)
- 2nd Half57-60Uriah Tenette makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-60Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-62Tae Simmons makes layup (BJ Davis assists)
- 2nd Half59-62Deyton Albury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-62Deyton Albury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-62Deyton Albury makes layup (Luke Haupt assists)
- 2nd Half62-64BJ Davis makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego State Aztecs, below favours New Mexico Lobos.
Venue
- Thomas & Mack CenterLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance9048
- OfficialsKevin Brill, Nate Harris, Jason Phillips
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