Lobos Secure Key Victory Over Utah State, Extend Winning Streak

The University of New Mexico Lobos men's basketball team extended its winning streak to eight games with a hard-fought 82-79 victory over Utah State, improving their conference record to 14-1 and creating a two-game lead in the Mountain West standings. Tru Washington led the Lobos with a career-high 25 points, including a crucial three-pointer in the final seconds, while Donovan Dent contributed 23 points and played the entire game. The Lobos, who overcame a nine-point deficit in the second half, now hold the tiebreaker over Utah State after sweeping the regular season series. Head coach Richard Pitino emphasized that despite the strong position, the team still has more to achieve with five games left in the season. The victory was celebrated in front of a packed crowd at The Pit, contributing to the Lobos' momentum as they prepare for their next game against Boise State. Both teams now sit at 22-4 overall, but New Mexico's recent performance has solidified their standing in the conference.