New Mexico Lobos Defeat UC Riverside Highlanders 82-68
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · The Pit
New Mexico Lobos 82, UC Riverside Highlanders 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UC Riverside Highlanders vs New Mexico Lobos?
New Mexico Lobos beat UC Riverside Highlanders 82-68 at The Pit on November 11, 2025.
The New Mexico Lobos secured a convincing 82-68 victory over the UC Riverside Highlanders at The Pit, showcasing their strong start to the season. This win improved the Lobos' home record to 4-0, while the Highlanders fell to 2-2 on the road. The Lobos have been in solid form, winning their last two games and holding a 7-3 record over their last ten outings. They have averaged 75.1 points per game while allowing 67.7, demonstrating a balanced offensive and defensive approach.
In their recent games, the Lobos defeated the UT Arlington Mavericks 74-56 and the East Texas A&M Lions 76-54, both at home. Their scoring average in the last five games stands at 72.6, with an impressive average of only 60.2 points allowed. The Lobos have been particularly effective at home, boasting a 6-1 record in their last seven home games.
On the other hand, the Highlanders entered the game with a 2-1 away record and a 7-3 overall mark in their last ten games. They have been high-scoring, averaging 82.9 points per game while allowing 75.1. In their last five games, they have scored an average of 81.0 points, winning four of those contests. Their most recent victory came against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks, where they won 74-70.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup was significant as both teams aimed to establish their presence early in the season. The Lobos' home-court advantage at The Pit has historically been a tough environment for visiting teams, which played a crucial role in this outcome.
Injuries did not appear to impact either team significantly for this game, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. The market reflected the Lobos' strong home performance, with betting lines favoring them heavily, as indicated by their 1.0 win probability at the final whistle.
The game conditions were typical for a late fall matchup in New Mexico, with a lively atmosphere that energized the home team. Fans witnessed a competitive game, with the Lobos maintaining control throughout. Key moments included a series of free throws from Osiris Grady and a layup by Jake Hall that capped off the Lobos' scoring in the second half.
Overall, the Lobos demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure, effectively managing the game and outpacing the Highlanders in scoring. This victory sets a positive tone for New Mexico as they continue their season, while UC Riverside will look to rebound in their upcoming games.
Leaders
- PointsChris Howell15New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsChris Howell5New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsTomislav Buljan11New Mexico Lobos
- PointsAndrew Henderson27UC Riverside Highlanders
- AssistsMarqui Worthy Jr.3UC Riverside Highlanders
- ReboundsDenzel Hines10UC Riverside Highlanders
Recent form
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 7-3Streak W275.1 scored · 67.7 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W74-56vs UT Arlington MavericksNov 8
- W76-54vs East Texas A&M LionsNov 6
- L69-72vs Boise State BroncosMar 15
- W63-52vs San José State SpartansMar 13
- W81-67vs UNLV RebelsMar 8
- W71-67at Nevada Wolf PackMar 5
- W92-71vs Air Force FalconsMar 1
- L65-73at San Diego State AztecsFeb 26
- L78-86at Boise State BroncosFeb 20
- W82-79vs Utah State AggiesFeb 16
UC Riverside Highlanders
Last 10: 7-3Streak W282.9 scored · 75.1 allowed per game3-2 away
- W74-70at North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 7
- W90-49vs La Sierra Golden EaglesNov 4
- L83-96vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 14
- W64-59at Cal State Fullerton TitansMar 9
- W94-79vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsMar 7
- W82-76at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 28
- L100-112at Cal Poly MustangsFeb 22
- W87-66vs Long Beach State BeachFeb 21
- W81-69vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 16
- L74-75at UC Davis AggiesFeb 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Irvine | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Hawai'i | 24-9 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UC San Diego | 23-11 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Northridge | 20-14 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Fullerton | 18-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| UC Davis | 19-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 18-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Cal Poly | 14-19 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Long Beach State | 10-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| UC Riverside | 10-22 | 10 | 5-15 |
| Cal State Bakersfield | 8-24 | 13 | 2-18 |
| 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 | UC Riverside Highlanders | New Mexico Lobos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-51 | 33-63 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 14-27 | 5-18 |
| Three-point % | 52 | 28 |
| Free throws | 12-13 | 11-17 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 26 |
| Assists | 10 | 11 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 10 | 52 |
| Fouls | 18 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 16 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-39Chris Howell made Layup. Assisted by Luke Haupt.
- 2nd Half37-39Andrew Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jailen Daniel-Dalton.
- 2nd Half37-40Luke Haupt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-41Luke Haupt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-41Andrew Henderson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-43Chris Howell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-43Marqui Worthy Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-43Marqui Worthy Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-45Luke Haupt made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-45Osiris Grady made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marqui Worthy Jr..
- 2nd Half45-47Jake Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-47Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-47Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-49Chris Howell made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-49De'Undrae Perteete Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marqui Worthy Jr..
- 2nd Half50-51Chris Howell made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-53Tajavis Miller made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-53De'Undrae Perteete Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Denzel Hines.
- 2nd Half53-55Tajavis Miller made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-56Tajavis Miller made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-58Tomislav Buljan made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-60Chris Howell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-62Tajavis Miller made Layup. Assisted by Chris Howell.
- 2nd Half53-64Antonio Chol made Dunk. Assisted by Chris Howell.
- 2nd Half53-67Jake Hall made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-67Osiris Grady made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Andrew Henderson.
- 2nd Half56-69Kevin Patton Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Jake Hall.
- 2nd Half56-71Tomislav Buljan made Dunk. Assisted by Jake Hall.
- 2nd Half59-71De'Undrae Perteete Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marqui Worthy Jr..
- 2nd Half59-73Chris Howell made Dunk.
- 2nd Half62-73De'Undrae Perteete Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Denzel Hines.
- 2nd Half62-75Antonio Chol made Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-78Tajavis Miller made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chris Howell.
- 2nd Half63-78Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-78Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-78Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-78Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-80Tomislav Buljan made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half68-80Marqui Worthy Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-82Jake Hall made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours New Mexico Lobos, below favours UC Riverside Highlanders.
Venue
- The PitAlbuquerque, NM
- Attendance11689
- OfficialsLarry Scirotto, Jourdan Love, Mason Siler
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