NEWSLETTER
The Utah State Aggies (24-7, 13-5 MWC) will host the New Mexico Lobos (22-10, 8-10 MWC) after winning three home games in a row.
Utah State was victorious in its most recent game versus Boise State, 86-73, on Saturday. Taylor Funk led the way with 24 points, and also had eight rebounds and one assist. New Mexico won its previous game against Wyoming, 87-76, on Wednesday. Jaelen House led the way with 28 points, plus seven boards and six assists.
When is Utah State vs. New Mexico and when does it start?
This matchup between the Aggies and Lobos will begin on Thursday, March 9, 2023. You should expect the opening tip at 11:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Utah State vs. New Mexico
The Aggies and Lobos will hit the court at Thomas & Mack Center for this matchup on March 9, and if you want to see the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on CBS Sports.
Utah State Aggies vs. New Mexico Lobos Game Preview
Utah State Stats, Odds & Insights
Utah State averages 79.1 points per game (28th in college basketball) while allowing 70.0 per contest (175th in college basketball). It has a +281 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 9.1 points per game.
The Aggies are averaging 79.1 points, 5.6 more than the Lobos give up.
Utah State hits 2.6 more threes per contest than the opposition, 9.6 (22nd in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.0.
Offensively, the Aggies have played better in home games this year, posting 81.3 points per game, compared to 75.0 per game in away games.
On offense, Utah State has had a tough time putting the ball in the basket over its last 10 games, scoring 76.4 points per contest over that stretch compared to the 79.1 it has racked up over the course of this season.
New Mexico Stats, Odds & Insights
New Mexico’s +253 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 7.9 points per game) is a result of putting up 81.4 points per game (13th in college basketball) while allowing 73.5 per contest (280th in college basketball).
The Lobos average 81.4 points, 11.4 more than the Aggies concede.
New Mexico connects on 5.8 three-pointers per game (327th in college basketball), 2.0 fewer than its opponents. It is shooting 35.9% from beyond the arc (87th in college basketball) and its opponents are shooting 32.8%.
The Lobos are putting up more points at home (83.0 per game) than on the road (79.4).
New Mexico is averaging 79.1 points per game over its past 10 games, which is 2.3 fewer points than its average for the season (81.4).
Aggies Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Ashworth | 31 | 16.3 | 3.4 | 4.7 | 1.1 | 0.0 | 3.2 |
| Jalin Andreson | 1 | 14.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| Taylor Funk | 30 | 13.1 | 5.3 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 2.4 |
| Max Shulga | 31 | 12.2 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.6 |
| Daniel Akin | 31 | 12.1 | 6.8 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.0 |
Lobos Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamal Mashburn Jr. | 32 | 19.5 | 3.3 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 1.4 |
| Jaelen House | 30 | 17.1 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 1.8 |
| Morris Udeze | 32 | 16.4 | 9.3 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Josiah Allick | 32 | 8.2 | 7.3 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.2 |
| KJ Jenkins | 31 | 7.7 | 1.8 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 1.5 |
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