New Mexico Lobos Defeat Boise State Broncos 78-70 at Home

Lobos' defense and ball control prove too much for Broncos on the road

Feb. 7, 2026 at 6:15pm

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The New Mexico Lobos defeated the Boise State Broncos 78-70 in a Mountain West conference matchup at The Pit in Albuquerque. The Lobos, who are 18-5 overall and 9-3 in conference play, used their stifling defense and ball control to overcome the Broncos, who are 14-9 and 6-6 in the Mountain West. New Mexico's Jake Hall led all scorers with 16 points, while Tomislav Buljan recorded a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.

Why it matters

This win helps solidify New Mexico's position in the Mountain West standings, as they continue to build an impressive resume at home. The Lobos' ability to force turnovers and limit their opponents' shooting has been a key factor in their success this season. For Boise State, the loss is a missed opportunity to gain ground in the conference race, as they struggle to overcome New Mexico's defensive pressure.

The details

New Mexico's defense was the difference in this game, holding Boise State to just 40.7% shooting from the field and 29.3% from three-point range. The Lobos also forced 14 Broncos turnovers, which led to several fast-break opportunities. On the offensive end, New Mexico shot 48.1% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc, with Jake Hall and Tomislav Buljan leading the way. Boise State kept the game close by dominating the glass, outrebounding the Lobos 36-29, and getting to the free-throw line, where they made 18 of 22 attempts.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The players

Jake Hall

A guard for the New Mexico Lobos, he led all scorers with 16 points on 43.2% shooting from three-point range.

Tomislav Buljan

A forward for the New Mexico Lobos, he recorded a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.

Deyton Albury

A guard for the New Mexico Lobos, he contributed to the team's ball control with 74 assists on the season.

Uriah Tenette

A guard for the New Mexico Lobos, he is an 85.9% free-throw shooter who helps the team maintain its offensive efficiency.

Drew Fielder

A forward for the Boise State Broncos, he is the team's leading scorer, averaging 13.3 points per game on 54.2% shooting.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come out and play our brand of defense to have a chance against a tough Boise State team. Our guys did a great job of forcing turnovers and limiting their open looks from three.”

— Richard Pitino, Head Coach, New Mexico Lobos

“We just couldn't get into a rhythm offensively tonight. New Mexico's defense really disrupted us, and we couldn't capitalize on our rebounding advantage. We'll need to regroup and come back stronger next time.”

— Leon Rice, Head Coach, Boise State Broncos

What’s next

The Lobos will look to continue their strong play at home when they host the Utah State Aggies on February 14th. The Broncos will try to bounce back on the road against the Nevada Wolf Pack on February 12th.

The takeaway

New Mexico's defensive intensity and ball control proved to be the difference in this Mountain West showdown. The Lobos' ability to force turnovers and limit their opponents' shooting has been a key factor in their success this season, and they demonstrated that formula against a tough Boise State team. This win solidifies New Mexico's position in the conference standings and shows that they are a force to be reckoned with at home.