Nevada Wolf Pack vs New Mexico Lobos Picks and Predictions for Saturday January 24 2026
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On Saturday, the Nevada Wolf Pack (14-5) face off against the New Mexico Lobos (15-4) at The Pit in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This game will air on FS1. Keep up to date with all the NCAAB action, with our College Basketball predictions.
Nevada vs. New Mexico Game Information
- January 24, 2026
- 8:00pm EST
- The Pit
- FS1
New Mexico Form & Recent Results
New Mexico heads into this matchup riding the momentum of a one-game winning streak, having come out on top in four of their last five games this season. In their most recent game, the Lobos defended their home court with an 83-74 victory over Fresno State on Wednesday. Jake Hall was a standout performer, putting up 16 points for New Mexico. Throughout the season, Hall has been the team’s primary offensive threat, averaging a team-high 14.7 points per game.
Supporting Hall is Tomislav Buljan, who serves as the Lobos' second-leading scorer with an average of 11.9 points per game this season. Buljan’s impact isn’t just limited to scoring, he’s also been dominant on the glass, averaging an impressive 9.8 rebounds per game to lead the team. Running the offense is Deyton Albury, who tops the Lobos in assists, handing out 3.5 per game. Over their last five games, New Mexico has averaged a robust 84 points, showcasing a high-powered offense they’ll look to maintain as they prepare to host Nevada on Saturday night.
Nevada Form & Recent Results
Nevada comes into this game riding a two-game winning streak and feeling confident, having come out on top in three of their last five games. Their most recent performance was a commanding 87-54 victory over San Jose State at home on Tuesday, where Corey Camper Jr. led the charge with 19 points for the Wolf Pack. Camper Jr. has been the team’s key scorer throughout the season, averaging an impressive 16.3 points per game. Right behind him is Tayshawn Comer, who is also having a strong season with an average of 13.7 points.
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Elijah Price has been doing the heavy lifting on the boards for Nevada, grabbing an average of 8.8 rebounds per game to help give his team extra possessions. When it comes to distributing the basketball, Tayshawn Comer has stood out yet again, dishing out an average of 3.9 assists this season. Over their last five matchups, the Wolf Pack have been efficient on offense, averaging 78 points per game. With their momentum building, Nevada is eager to extend their winning streak to three games and clinch their seventh Mountain West Conference victory of the season as they travel to Albuquerque to take on the Lobos.
Key Players
- Nevada’s Tayshawn Comer this season: 13.7 points, 3.9 assists per game
- New Mexico’s Tomislav Buljan this season: 11.9 points, 9.8 rebounds per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- UNM -7.5; O/U 150.5
Nevada vs. New Mexico Picks and Prediction
Nevada and New Mexico head into this Mountain West Conference matchup with identical records, turning this game in Albuquerque into a pivotal moment for both teams’ seasons. The Nevada Wolf Pack are riding the momentum of a three-game winning streak, hoping to extend their run and further solidify their position in the conference. Meanwhile, New Mexico has been in excellent form as well, coming out on top in four of their last five games. Final Score Prediction, New Mexico Lobos win but fails to cover the spread, 73-69.
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