Who’s Playing
New Mexico @ San Jose State
Current Records: New Mexico 11-15; San Jose State 7-19
What to Know
The New Mexico Lobos have enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they must head out on the road. New Mexico and the San Jose State Spartans will face off in a Mountain West battle at 4 p.m. ET Sunday at Provident Credit Union Event Center. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
The Lobos received a tough blow this past Thursday as they fell 83-68 to the Colorado State Rams. Guard Jamal Mashburn Jr. (17 points) and forward Jay Allen-Tovar (17 points) were the top scorers for New Mexico.
Meanwhile, SJSU found themselves the reluctant recipients of an unfortunate 90-60 punch to the gut against the Nevada Wolf Pack this past Thursday.
New Mexico is the favorite in this one, with an expected 6-point margin of victory. They have been consistent moneymakers against the spread when favored (5-2-1), so they might be worth a quick bet.
New Mexico is now 11-15 while the Spartans sit at 7-19. A couple defensive numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: The Lobos are 22nd worst in college basketball in points allowed per game, with 76 on average. SJSU has experienced some struggles of their own as they have allowed their opponents to shoot 47.10% from the floor on average, which is the fifth highest shooting percentage allowed in college basketball. It’s possible one of these Achilles’ heels will wind up tripping the losing team up.
How To Watch
- When: Sunday at 4 p.m. ET
- Where: Provident Credit Union Event Center — San Jose, California
- TV: CBS Sports Network
- Live Stream: CBSSports.com or fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Watch on your Phone: CBS Sports App
- Watch on Connected TV: CBS Sports App on Roku and Fire TV
- Ticket Cost: $73.79
Odds
The Lobos are a solid 6-point favorite against the Spartans, according to the latest college basketball odds.
The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Lobos as a 6.5-point favorite.
Over/Under: -110
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Series History
New Mexico have won nine out of their last 13 games against San Jose State.
- Jan 28, 2022 – New Mexico 86 vs. San Jose State 70
- Jan 23, 2021 – San Jose State 83 vs. New Mexico 71
- Jan 21, 2021 – New Mexico 67 vs. San Jose State 51
- Mar 04, 2020 – New Mexico 79 vs. San Jose State 66
- Jan 21, 2020 – New Mexico 86 vs. San Jose State 59
- Jan 01, 2020 – San Jose State 88 vs. New Mexico 85
- Feb 26, 2019 – San Jose State 89 vs. New Mexico 82
- Feb 13, 2019 – New Mexico 92 vs. San Jose State 60
- Feb 03, 2018 – New Mexico 71 vs. San Jose State 68
- Jan 06, 2018 – New Mexico 80 vs. San Jose State 47
- Feb 04, 2017 – San Jose State 78 vs. New Mexico 68
- Feb 13, 2016 – New Mexico 74 vs. San Jose State 58
- Jan 23, 2016 – New Mexico 83 vs. San Jose State 64
Injury Report for San Jose State
- Ibrahima Diallo: Game-Time Decision (Knee)
- Trey Smith: Game-Time Decision (Undisclosed)
Injury Report for New Mexico
- Emmanuel Kuac: Out for the Season (Lower Leg)
