ALBUQUERQUE, NM—New Mexico Lobos men's basketball delivered one of their most complete performances of the season Tuesday night, overwhelming the Air Force Falcons men's basketball 98-61 at the Pit. The Lobos knocked down a conference-season-high 15 three-pointers and tied their season high with 98 points, while outrebounding the Falcons 48-23. Four players scored in double figures and UNM’s bench added 33 points in a dominant all-around effort. With San Diego State and Nevada both falling, the Lobos improved to 20-6 and now sit firmly in third place in the Mountain West, just one game back of second.

A Record-Breaking Rout: Lobos Leave Air Force in the Dust

New Mexico didn’t just win on Saturday; they rewrote the history books. In a defensive masterclass that saw them rack up 16 steals, the Lobos dismantled Air Force 91-49, securing their largest road victory in Mountain West history.

The afternoon belonged to freshman sensation Jake Hall, whose game-high 24 points—fueled by five shots from beyond the arc—officially set a new UNM freshman record for 20-point games. While Hall provided the spark, Tomislav Buljan dominated the glass with 14 rebounds, and a relentless Lobo defense forced 21 turnovers to sweep their "Colorful Colorado" road trip. After a 42-point blowout, New Mexico (13-3, 4-1) returns to The Pit with all the momentum in the world.

COLORADO SPRINGS—UNM men’s basketball closes its Colorado road trip Saturday against Air Force, aiming to avoid a potential trap game in Mountain West play. While the Falcons have struggled offensively this season, particularly from three-point range, they remain competitive behind disciplined defense. UNM’s recent defensive success against Colorado State provides a blueprint, as ball pressure and forcing turnovers could create transition opportunities. Air Force features balanced scoring led by freshman Kam Sanders, but consistency has been elusive. For the Lobos, staying focused, defending with intensity, and generating balanced offense will be key before turning attention to an upcoming matchup with Grand Canyon..