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Redshirt sophomore guard Cullen Neal picks up a out of bounds ball Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016 at WisePies Arena.
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Men's Basketball: Cullen Neal criticism gone too far, coach says

J.R. Oppenheim | February 11

Criticism of Cullen Neal has crossed the line, New Mexico coach Craig Neal said Thursday afternoon, even elevating to threats. The Lobo sophomore point guard, also the most polarizing player on this year’s squad, has already changed his phone number twice and removed his social media accounts from Facebook and Twitter, Craig Neal said, as criticism against his son has increased. “Put yourself in his shoes.

Redshirt sophomore guard Cullen Neal jumps towards the net past two Utah State players Jan. 9, 2016 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos...
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Men's Basketball: Lobos drop second straight on the road

J.R. Oppenheim | February 9

Despite the progress New Mexico made in their last four straight victories, the Lobos look to have taken a couple steps back in their two-game road trip. Four days removed from an incorrect call from a referee that led to an overtime loss at San Diego State, UNM struggled in an 80-72 setback at Utah State on Tuesday night. This marked their first ever loss in Logan, Utah.

Williams braces himself before driving to the net against UNLV Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016 at WisePies Arena. Williams achieved his season high of 29 points against UNLV with the Lobos 87-83 victory.
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Men's Basketball: Williams' strong effort in second half lifts Lobos

J.R. Oppenheim | February 4

For a late span Tuesday night, a tight game morphed into a battle between UNM’s Tim Williams and UNLV’s Patrick Cornish. The teams played to a 70-all tie past the seven-minute mark in the second half. From that point to the final minute, only the forward Williams or guard Cornish saw the net. The two went back and forth, almost shot for shot.

Redshirt sophomore guard Elijah Brown tries to cross a UNLV player Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos beat UNLV 87-83.
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Men's Basketball: Lobos close out another high-scoring affair

J.R. Oppenheim | February 2

Against Rice earlier this year, UNM had free throws late in the game but couldn’t finish them. Against Auburn, UNM had two possessions to prevail but threw the ball away and took a bad shot. Based on the results from the last two games, those days appear to be over. For the second straight game UNM found a way to finish a high-scoring, back-and-forth contest, surging past UNLV 87-83 at WisePies Arena.

Sophomore forward Joe Furstinger leaps up for an inside jump shot Thursday, Jan. 28, 2015 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos will play UNLV this Tuesday at 6 p.m..
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Men's Basketball: Second-place Lobos host UNLV on Tuesday

J.R. Oppenheim | February 1

Just because the Lobos won three straight games to move into second place in the Mountain West doesn’t mean the learning has stopped for coach Craig Neal’s squad. Saturday’s 88-83 victory over Boise State, which put the Lobos just behind league leader San Diego State in the standings, was such a moment because, as Neal put it, it’s not really a learning experience until you do it.

Lobos Jaisa Nunn (left) and Whitney Johnson (right) attempt to guard Boise States Miquelle Askew as she drives to the net Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos lost to Boise State...
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Women's Basketball: Slow start plagues UNM against Boise State

Liam Cary-Eaves | February 1

A 23-point performance from New Mexico’s senior forward Khadijah Shumpert was to no avail as UNM fell 81-60 to Boise State on Saturday afternoon. Head coach Yvonne Sanchez said in her postgame press conference that her squad did not get off to the start it needed in order to be successful against the Broncos. “When you’ve got a team that good that has its way early you’re in trouble,” Sanchez said. “It was exactly the kind of start we knew we had to avoid.”

Sophomore guard/forward Sam Logwood scans the court before he drives to the net Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos will be on the road playing Boise State this Saturday.
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Men's Basketball: Second place on the line Saturday

J.R. Oppenheim | January 29

New Mexico’s next slate of games could have implications on the seeding process for the Mountain West in March. A peek at the schedule shows two road games against the conference’s top two teams – Boise State and San Diego State – with a suddenly streaking UNLV squad sandwiched in between. With the Lobos currently sitting in third in the standings, Saturday’s contest with the Broncos will be for possession second place.

Redshirt junior center Whitney Johnson charges past two San Jose State players Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016, at WisePies Arena. The Lobo beat Air Force 63-33.
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Women's Basketball: Defense leads the way to New Mexico route in Colorado Springs

Liam Cary-Eaves | January 28

New Mexico's defensive prowess was once again on display in one of the best team performances the Lobos have had all year. Things were clicking on the offensive side of the ball for New Mexico in its 63-33 victory over Air Force on Wednesday. However, holding the Falcons to just eight points in the first half was the main reason why UNM walked out of Colorado Springs with a victory.

Senior guard Bryce Owens covers a San Jose State player as they charge the net Saturday, Jan. 23, 2015 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos beat San Jose State and now will play Air Force this Wednesday. 
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Women's Basketball: New Mexico gears up to take on winless Falcons

January 26

After a 71-57 win against San Jose State to end New Mexico’s two game losing skid, head coach Yvonne Sanchez said she is not looking past a winless Air Force squad on the road. Sanchez said she knows the Falcons squad is no gimme. The last time Air Force was at home, the team barely fell to UNLV (11-7, 4-3 MW) in a 60-56 battle; a game Sanchez said the Falcons should have won.

Redshirt junior forward Tim Williams breaks past a Wyoming players hold on his way to the net Saturday, Jan. 16, 205 at WisePies Arena. The Lobos beat San Jose State this past Saturday and will play Air Force this Wednesday at WisePies Arena. 
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Men's basketball: Lobos face tough task in Air Force's Princeton offense

J.R. Oppenheim | January 25

Preparing for Air Force’s rendition of the Princeton offense is among the toughest challenges New Mexico faces each year, according to coach Craig Neal. The Princeton style, dictated by constant movement on the floor, backdoor cuts and sound team discipline, means the Lobos’ Wednesday night contest should not be overlooked, even though the Falcons enter the game with just one Mountain West victory.

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