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Copy & Paste Jake's Game-Winner Keeps Lobo Title Hopes Alive
Freshman Jake Hall's late-game heroics mirror his previous game-winning shot, leading UNM to a wild comeback win over Fresno State.
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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In a game of stark contrasts, the UNM Lobos overcame a 22-point first-half deficit to defeat the Fresno State Bulldogs 80-78 on the road. Freshman Jake Hall's game-winning baseline jumper in the final seconds mirrored his previous game-winner against Grand Canyon, cementing his status as "Copy & Paste Jake" and keeping the Lobos' improbable Mountain West title hopes alive.
Why it matters
The Lobos' remarkable comeback, the largest in program history, showcases the resilience of a young team led by freshmen in key roles. This win, coupled with losses by conference leaders Utah State and San Diego State, tightens the race atop the Mountain West standings, setting up a thrilling finish to the season.
The details
After falling behind 40-18 midway through the first half, the Lobos chipped away at the deficit and eventually took the lead late in the second half. With the game tied at 76-76, Hall dribbled out the clock before driving baseline and knocking down the game-winning jumper over a defender's outstretched hand, just as he had done 10 days earlier against Grand Canyon.
- UNM trailed Fresno State 40-18 with 5:20 remaining in the first half.
- Jake Hall hit the game-winning jumper with 22 seconds left in the game.
- UNM's 22-point comeback marked the largest deficit overcome for a win in program history.
The players
Jake Hall
A freshman guard for the UNM Lobos who has emerged as a clutch performer, hitting game-winning shots in back-to-back games.
Deyton Albury
A UNM guard who scored 15 of his team-high 21 points in the second half to lead the Lobos' comeback.
Jake Heidbreder
A Fresno State senior guard who scored a team-high 22 points in the losing effort.
DeShawn Gory
A Fresno State guard who scored 21 points in the game.
JT Rock
A 7-foot-1 center transfer from Iowa State who hit two crucial 3-pointers in the second half to spark the Lobos' comeback.
What they’re saying
“I could get to my spot just like at GCU and just rise over.”
— Jake Hall, UNM Freshman Guard (Albuquerque Journal)
“Yeah, I mean it was kind of the the opposite version of the game, but a very similar ending there with Jake hitting a big shot in a similar spot.”
— Eric Olen, UNM Head Coach (Albuquerque Journal)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This comeback victory, led by a freshman-heavy roster, showcases the Lobos' resilience and determination, keeping their improbable Mountain West title hopes alive and setting up a thrilling finish to the conference race.
