Wyoming vs. New Mexico Basketball Showdown: Game Preview, Stats, and Key Players to Watch
Wyoming faces New Mexico Basketball . Get game details, player stats, and how to watch live. Don’t miss this matchup!
SUMMARY
- Tess Barnes scored the most points for Wyoming with 13.
- Viane Cumber led New Mexico with 20 points.
- The game starts at 8:30 PM ET.
- You can watch the game live on Fubo.
Wyoming won against Nevada, 45-42, last Saturday. Tess Barnes scored the most points for Wyoming with 13. New Mexico Basketball beat Utah State 73-65 on the same day. Viane Cumber led New Mexico with 20 points.
Wyoming will play against New Mexico Basketball on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. The game starts at 8:30 PM ET. The teams will face off at the Arena-Auditorium. You can buy tickets now from Vivid Seats to watch live!
You can watch the game live on Fubo. Fubo is a streaming service for live sports and TV shows. You can sign up using the provided link.
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Wyoming Cowgirls Stats and Insights
Wyoming scores more points than it allows. It scores 65.4 points per game and gives up 59.2 points. This gives Wyoming a scoring difference of +6.2 points.
The Cowgirls score only 3.8 points less than the Lobos allow. New Mexico Basketball gives up 69.2 points per game. Wyoming makes 5.9 three-pointers per game. Their opponents make 5.0 threes.
The Cowgirls shoot 32.6% from the three-point line. Their opponents shoot 31.2% from deep. Wyoming scores more points at home. They average 67.9 points in home games. They score 63.8 points in away games.
Wyoming’s scoring has dropped recently. They scored 65.0 points per game in their last 10 games. This is 0.4 points less than their season average of 65.4 points.
New Mexico Basketball Stats and Insights
New Mexico scores 72.1 points per game. They rank 75th in college basketball for scoring. The Lobos allow 69.2 points per game, ranking 293rd. They have a scoring difference of +2.9 points per game.
The Lobos score 12.9 more points than the Cowgirls allow. New Mexico makes 7.7 three-pointers per game. They shoot 34.0% from deep. Their opponents hit 7.3 threes, shooting 31.9%.
New Mexico Basketball scores 71.5 points per game at home. They score 73.4 points per game away. In their last 10 games, they averaged 73.0 points. This is 0.9 points more than their season average.
Cowgirls Key Players to Watch
| Player Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
| Allyson Fertig | 26 | 19.4 | 10.5 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 1.8 | 0.0 |
| Malene Pedersen | 27 | 13.3 | 3.5 | 2.9 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 1.3 |
| Emily Mellema | 27 | 10.2 | 3.6 | 3.3 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 1.1 |
| Tess Barnes | 25 | 9.9 | 3.9 | 2.2 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.7 |
| McKinley Dickerson | 22 | 4.5 | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.4 |
Lobos Key Players to Watch
| Player Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
| Destinee Hooks | 28 | 16.3 | 4.2 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.5 |
| Viane Cumber | 28 | 16.1 | 5.9 | 1.6 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 2.8 |
| Alyssa Hargrove | 28 | 8.4 | 3.5 | 4.3 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 1.1 |
| Hulda Joaquim | 28 | 7.5 | 7.3 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Joana Magalhães | 28 | 7.0 | 3.3 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 0.1 | 0.6 |
Note: The table highlights the performance of key players across various statistical categories, including games played (GP), points per game (PTS), rebounds per game (REB) and more.
Strong Second Half Makes New Mexico Basketball Victorious Against Kennesaw State
New Mexico State’s defense stayed solid, but the team needed more offense after halftime. The Aggies found their spark and took control.
They shot 44% from the field and outscored Kennesaw State 38-28 in the second half. The Aggies secured a 60-49 road win on Saturday.
Dominance on Both Ends of the Court
NM State kept its defensive strength after halftime. The Owls only made 6 of 24 shots in the second half. The Aggies controlled the boards, out-rebounding KSU 24-15. They also dominated inside, scoring 16 points in the paint compared to the Owls’ four.
Standout Performances
Senior guard Zawdie Jackson shined for NM State. He scored 20 points and grabbed five rebounds. This marked his third game with 20 or more points this season. Graduate forward Peter Filipovity also played a big role. He scored 18 points and just missed a double-double with nine rebounds.
Filipovity came off the bench for the second game in a row. He is still regaining strength after a two-week illness. Despite that, he made a huge impact on the game.
Climbing the Conference Rankings
This win extends NM State’s winning streak to three games. The Aggies now hold a 15-12 record and an 8-6 mark in Conference USA. They’ve moved up to fourth place in the standings, just behind Jacksonville State, Liberty, and Middle Tennessee.
Lockdown Defense Seals the Victory
NM State’s defense stepped up in the final stretch. The Aggies held KSU to just 2 made shots in the last 12 minutes. This defensive effort helped NM State win, even though they didn’t score in the last 3 minutes.
Rebounding Power Across the Team
Five Aggies grabbed at least five rebounds. Jackson, Robert Carpenter, Nate Tshimanga, and Dionte Bostick each had five. Filipovity led the team with nine boards. This balanced effort helped NM State control the glass.
Slowing Down KSU’s Top Scorer
The Aggies worked hard to limit Simeon Cottle, CUSA’s fourth-leading scorer. Cottle finished with 17 points, but NM State made him struggle. He shot just 5-for-13 from the field and 1-for-8 from three.
Cold Shooting from Deep
Neither team found success from beyond the arc. NM State made 3 of 17 three-pointers (17.6%). KSU hit 4 of 23 (17.4%). Despite the cold shooting, the Aggies found other ways to win.
Redemption on the Road
NM State ended its road trip by avenging earlier losses. They beat both Jacksonville State and Kennesaw State. These wins boosted the Aggies’ confidence and conference standing.
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First Half: A Slow Start Turns Around
The game started slow for NM State. They missed their first 8 shots and trailed 13-6. But the Aggies fought back with a 16-8 run to lead 22-21 at halftime. They shot only 30.7%, but free throws made the difference. NM State sank 7, while KSU made just 2.
Jackson and Filipovity led the way with 8 points each at halftime. Their scoring kept NM State alive in a tough, defensive first half.
Second Half Surge
The Aggies started slow after halftime. They made only 2 of their first 7 shots. But they caught fire, hitting 8 of their next 10 attempts. This scoring burst gave them a 50-40 lead with 7:41 left. NM State’s defense stayed strong and protected the lead. Their 11-point win was their biggest lead of the game. Jackson scored 12 more points, and Filipovity added 10 before the buzzer.
What’s Next for NM State?
The Aggies head home for their final games of the season. They play Middle Tennessee (18-9, 9-5) on Thursday at 7 p.m. Then they face Western Kentucky (14-12, 5-8) on Saturday at 4 p.m. Fans can catch the action and cheer for the Aggies as they close out their home schedule!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.1. When is Wyoming vs. New Mexico game?
The game is on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 8:30 PM ET. It will be held at the Arena-Auditorium, and tickets are available through Vivid Seats.
Q.2. How can I watch the game live?
You can watch the Wyoming vs. New Mexico game live on Fubo. Fubo offers live sports streaming, and you can sign up online to catch the action
Q.3. Who are the key players to watch for Wyoming?
Key players include Allyson Fertig (19.4 PPG, 10.5 RPG), Malene Pedersen (13.3 PPG), and Emily Mellema (10.2 PPGthe , 3.3 APG). They are crucial for the Cowgirls’ performance.
Q.4. Who are the standout players for New Mexico?
Viane Cumber (16.1 PPG, 5.9 RPG) and Destinee Hooks (16.3 PPG) lead the Lobos. Alyssa Hargrove is a playmaker with 4.3 assists per game, boosting the team’s offense.