Utah State Aggies Defeat New Mexico Lobos 86-66
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:15 PM ET · The Pit
Utah State Aggies 86, New Mexico Lobos 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Utah State Aggies vs New Mexico Lobos?
Utah State Aggies beat New Mexico Lobos 86-66 at The Pit on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Utah State Aggies vs New Mexico Lobos?
New Mexico Lobos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Utah State Aggies triumphed over the New Mexico Lobos with a final score of 86-66. This victory marks the Aggies' continued dominance in their recent meetings against the Lobos, improving their head-to-head record to 3-0 over the past two seasons. The game was held at The Pit, a venue known for its challenging atmosphere for visiting teams.
The Aggies entered the game with a strong away record of 19-3, while the Lobos boasted an 18-5 record at home. Both teams had shown solid form leading up to this contest, with the Lobos winning eight of their last ten games, including a four-game winning streak. They averaged 81.0 points scored while allowing 67.4 points per game during that stretch. Conversely, the Aggies also had an 8-2 record in their last ten games, riding a three-game winning streak and averaging 81.1 points scored against 69.2 allowed.
Historically, the Aggies have performed well against the Lobos, winning both previous meetings in the 2025 season. In those encounters, the Aggies secured victories with scores of 82-63 and 82-79, showcasing their ability to compete effectively. This latest win further cements their edge in this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The absence of key players can significantly impact performance, and fans were keen to see how both squads would adjust.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Lobos as slight favorites with a spread of -1.5, indicating a competitive matchup. The total points line was set at 156.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game given both teams' offensive capabilities.
The game conditions were typical for a February night in New Mexico, with the atmosphere at The Pit electrified by the home crowd. Fans were eager to see if the Lobos could defend their home court against a formidable opponent like the Aggies.
As the game unfolded, the Aggies established control early, leveraging their effective scoring and defensive strategies. The Lobos struggled to keep pace, particularly in the second half, as the Aggies extended their lead. Key plays included free throws by Drake Allen and Tajavis Miller, which contributed to the Aggies' steady scoring.
The final score of 86-66 not only highlights the Aggies' offensive prowess but also their ability to contain the Lobos' scoring efforts. With this victory, Utah State continues to solidify its position as a strong contender in the league, while the Lobos will need to regroup as they look ahead to their next matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNM -1.5 | 156.5 o -115 / u -105 | Utah State Aggies +110 · New Mexico Lobos -130 |
Leaders
- PointsTomislav Buljan17New Mexico Lobos
- AssistsUriah Tenette3New Mexico Lobos
- ReboundsTomislav Buljan7New Mexico Lobos
- PointsMason Falslev19Utah State Aggies
- AssistsDrake Allen4Utah State Aggies
- ReboundsAdlan Elamin10Utah State Aggies
Recent form
New Mexico Lobos
Last 10: 8-2Streak W481 scored · 67.4 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W90-80at San José State SpartansFeb 1
- W89-61at UNLV RebelsJan 28
- W80-73vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 25
- W83-74vs Fresno State BulldogsJan 22
- L79-83at San Diego State AztecsJan 18
- W87-64vs Grand Canyon LopesJan 14
- W91-49at Air Force FalconsJan 10
- W80-70at Colorado State RamsJan 7
- W78-58vs Wyoming CowboysJan 4
- L53-62at Boise State BroncosDec 31
Utah State Aggies
Last 10: 8-2Streak W381.1 scored · 69.2 allowed per game4-1 away
- W71-66vs San Diego State AztecsJan 31
- W94-62vs Wyoming CowboysJan 29
- W65-61at Colorado State RamsJan 24
- L76-86vs UNLV RebelsJan 21
- L74-84at Grand Canyon LopesJan 17
- W71-62vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 15
- W93-68at Boise State BroncosJan 11
- W99-62at Air Force FalconsJan 7
- W96-78vs San José State SpartansJan 3
- W72-63at Fresno State BulldogsDec 31
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 | Utah State Aggies | New Mexico Lobos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-60 | 21-51 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 11-31 | 3-13 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 23 |
| Free throws | 15-22 | 21-30 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 21 |
| Assists | 18 | 7 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 32 |
| Fouls | 23 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 80 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-40Uriah Tenette makes layup
- 2nd Half50-40Adlan Elamin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-40MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-40MJ Collins Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-42Tomislav Buljan makes 4-foot dunk (Uriah Tenette assists)
- 2nd Half55-42Karson Templin makes 22-foot three point jumper (Adlan Elamin assists)
- 2nd Half55-43Jake Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-43Karson Templin makes 2-foot dunk (Mason Falslev assists)
- 2nd Half57-44Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-44Mason Falslev makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half62-44Mason Falslev makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kolby King assists)
- 2nd Half64-44Elijah Perryman makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-46Deyton Albury makes layup
- 2nd Half64-48Deyton Albury makes layup
- 2nd Half66-48Garry Clark makes layup (Adlan Elamin assists)
- 2nd Half66-49Deyton Albury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-50Deyton Albury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-51Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-52Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-52MJ Collins Jr. makes layup (Drake Allen assists)
- 2nd Half70-52MJ Collins Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half70-53Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-55Uriah Tenette makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half73-55Adlan Elamin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mason Falslev assists)
- 2nd Half73-56Tomislav Buljan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-56Karson Templin makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half76-56Mason Falslev makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-58Tomislav Buljan makes layup (Uriah Tenette assists)
- 2nd Half79-58Mason Falslev makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half79-60Tajavis Miller makes layup
- 2nd Half80-60Drake Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-62Uriah Tenette makes driving layup
- 2nd Half81-62Drake Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-62Drake Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-63Tajavis Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-64Tajavis Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-66Tajavis Miller makes 16-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half83-66Karson Templin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-66Karson Templin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-66Adlan Elamin makes 3-foot dunk (MJ Collins Jr. assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours New Mexico Lobos, below favours Utah State Aggies.
Venue
- The PitAlbuquerque, NM
- Attendance14419
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Kelly Pfeifer, Randy Richardson
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