New Mexico Faces San Jose State in Conference Showdown
In an exciting Mountain West Conference (MWC) matchup, the New Mexico Lobos will face the San Jose State Spartans on Saturday. The game is set for 10 p.m. EST in San Jose, California. This contest marks the first meeting between these teams in conference play this season.
Team Overview
The New Mexico Lobos enter the game with a record of 17 wins and 4 losses, including 8 victories against 2 defeats in the MWC. In contrast, the San Jose State Spartans have struggled this season, holding a record of 6 wins and 15 losses, with a disappointing 1-9 conference record.
Home and Away Performance
- San Jose State: 5-6 at home this season.
- New Mexico: 8-2 in conference game performance.
Shooting Statistics
New Mexico ranks sixth in the MWC with a 34.9% shooting percentage from beyond the arc. Meanwhile, San Jose State shoots 42.7% overall, which surpasses the 40.0% average they have allowed their opponents.
- New Mexico’s overall shooting percentage: 45.4%
- San Jose State’s allowed opponent shooting percentage: 48.9%
Key Players
Several standout players will impact the game significantly:
- Colby Garland (San Jose State): 17.9 points per game, 3.4 rebounds.
- Melvin Bell Jr. (San Jose State): 12.5 points per game, 4.3 rebounds over the last 10 games.
- Tomislav Buljan (New Mexico): 12.2 points per game, 10.1 rebounds.
- Jake Hall (New Mexico): 15.9 points over the last 10 games.
Last 10 Games Performance
Examining the recent performance of both teams reveals stark differences:
| Team | Record | Points per Game | Rebounds per Game | Assists per Game | Shooting Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartans | 1-9 | 63.0 | 24.0 | 9.0 | 38.6% |
| Lobos | 8-2 | 80.8 | 34.2 | 15.2 | 45.9% |
The Spartans have averaged 79.1 points allowed in their last ten games, while the Lobos have held their opponents to 65.9 points. This game promises to be a fascinating clash between two teams heading in different directions. Fans can look forward to an intense showdown as the Lobos aim to capitalize on their strong conference performance against the struggling Spartans.
