New Mexico Lobos Dominate UT Arlington Mavericks 74-56
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · The Pit
New Mexico Lobos 74, UT Arlington Mavericks 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UT Arlington Mavericks vs New Mexico Lobos?
New Mexico Lobos beat UT Arlington Mavericks 74-56 at The Pit on November 8, 2025.
The New Mexico Lobos secured a decisive victory over the UT Arlington Mavericks, winning 74-56 at The Pit. This matchup showcased the Lobos' strong start to the season, improving their record to 3-0, while the Mavericks fell to 1-2. New Mexico has demonstrated solid form recently, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, with an average of 74.8 points scored and 68.8 points allowed per game. Their home record stands at 2-0 this season and 6-1 overall in their last seven home games, indicating their strong performance on familiar ground.
UT Arlington, on the other hand, has struggled with consistency, holding a 1-1 record this season and a disappointing 0-5 record in away games. Their recent form reflects a 3-7 record over the last ten games, averaging 72.6 points scored but allowing a higher 74.2 points per game. Despite this, the Mavericks managed to secure a win in their last outing against UNT Dallas Trailblazers, winning 91-40, which provided a glimmer of hope heading into their matchup against New Mexico.
Historically, the Lobos and Mavericks have faced each other multiple times, but this game was particularly significant as it marked an early season clash between two teams with different trajectories. The Lobos came into the game with a one-game winning streak, while the Mavericks also entered with a win, but their overall recent performance has been less impressive.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but it is always a factor to consider in any matchup. The absence of key players can significantly impact team performance, particularly in a sport as dynamic as basketball.
The market had priced the Lobos as heavy favorites, reflecting their home advantage and better recent form. The odds indicated a strong likelihood of a New Mexico victory, with their home win probability set at 1.0, suggesting that they were expected to win decisively.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup at The Pit, with the venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and support from local fans. This home-court advantage often plays a crucial role in the performance of the Lobos, who thrive in front of their home crowd.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of offensive skill from the Lobos, highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half. Notable moments included a layup by Milos Vicentic, who also contributed with a three-point jumper, showcasing his versatility and scoring ability. The Mavericks struggled to keep pace, with their scoring largely coming from players like Bahsil Laster and Tajavis Miller, but it was not enough to overcome the Lobos’ strong defensive efforts.
In conclusion, this game underscored the Lobos' early season momentum and their ability to leverage home advantage effectively. The Mavericks will need to regroup and address their away performance as they look to improve in upcoming games.
Leaders
- PointsTomislav Buljan17New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsChris Howell5New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsLuke Haupt6New Mexico Lobos
- PointsRaysean Seamster17UT Arlington Mavericks
- AssistsRaysean Seamster1UT Arlington Mavericks
- ReboundsRaysean Seamster9UT Arlington Mavericks
Recent form
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 7-3Streak W174.8 scored · 68.8 allowed per game6-1 at home
- 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
- W71-67vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 13
UT Arlington Mavericks
Last 10: 3-7Streak W172.6 scored · 74.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- W91-40vs UNT Dallas TrailblazersNov 4
- L75-98at Grand Canyon LopesMar 13
- L68-70at California Baptist LancersMar 9
- L59-70vs Abilene Christian WildcatsMar 1
- L71-85at Grand Canyon LopesFeb 28
- W67-57vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 23
- L75-82vs Grand Canyon LopesFeb 15
- W82-79vs California Baptist LancersFeb 13
- L65-67at Seattle U RedhawksFeb 9
- L73-94at Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
| 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 | UT Arlington Mavericks | New Mexico Lobos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-51 | 23-57 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 3-25 | 6-26 |
| Three-point % | 12 | 23 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 22-27 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 7 | 15 |
| Steals | 4 | 14 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 23 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 32 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 30 |
| Fouls | 23 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half25-44Tomislav Buljan made Layup.
- 2nd Half27-44Cash Chavis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-44Jayden Smoot made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcus Rigsby Jr..
- 2nd Half30-46Jake Hall made Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-47Tomislav Buljan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half31-47Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-47Cash Chavis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-50Deyton Albury made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chris Howell.
- 2nd Half32-51Chris Howell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-52Chris Howell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-54Uriah Tenette made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-55Uriah Tenette made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-55Raysean Seamster made Dunk. Assisted by Marcell McCreary.
- 2nd Half35-55Marcus Rigsby Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-55Marcus Rigsby Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-58Chris Howell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jake Hall.
- 2nd Half36-60Jake Hall made Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-60Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-60Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-61Chris Howell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-63Tomislav Buljan made Dunk. Assisted by Chris Howell.
- 2nd Half40-63Bahsil Laster made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-64Deyton Albury made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-65Deyton Albury made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-66Tomislav Buljan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-67Tomislav Buljan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-67Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-67Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-67Raysean Seamster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-67Raysean Seamster made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Smoot.
- 2nd Half47-67Bahsil Laster made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-67Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-69Tajavis Miller made Layup. Assisted by Luke Haupt.
- 2nd Half49-69Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-69Bahsil Laster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-69Raysean Seamster made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-71Milos Vicentic made Layup. Assisted by Tajavis Miller.
- 2nd Half54-71Tyran Mason made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-74Milos Vicentic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Haupt.
- 2nd Half56-74Bahsil Laster made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours New Mexico Lobos, below favours UT Arlington Mavericks.
Venue
- The PitAlbuquerque, NM
- Attendance11513
- OfficialsMike O'Neill, Crystal Hogan, Edwin Young
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