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New Mexico Lobos Advance to Mountain West Semifinals
SDSU Next as Lobos Look to Secure NCAA Tournament Bid
Mar. 14, 2026 at 11:36am
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The New Mexico Lobos defeated San Jose State 93-77 on Thursday to advance to the semifinals of the Mountain West Tournament. The Lobos overcame a tight start to pull ahead in the second half, led by Tomislav Buljan's 25 points and 15 rebounds. New Mexico will next face San Diego State, a team they split regular season games against, in a matchup that could significantly impact both teams' chances of receiving an NCAA tournament invitation.
Why it matters
The outcome of the New Mexico versus San Diego State game in the Mountain West Tournament semifinals could have major implications for both teams' NCAA tournament hopes, as they are currently considered "on the bubble" for an at-large bid. Past performance between the two teams highlights the importance of factors like free throws and turnovers in determining the winner.
The details
The Lobos overcame a tight start to pull ahead in the second half, led by Tomislav Buljan's 25 points and 15 rebounds. Buljan noted the team's preparation and collective effort were key to the win, despite a slow beginning. San Jose State had earlier defeated Boise State in the tournament. New Mexico will next face San Diego State, a team they split regular season games against. Players emphasized the importance of minimizing turnovers and securing quality shots against the Aztecs' strong defensive team focused on rebounding and gap control.
- The game between New Mexico and San Jose State was played on Thursday, March 14, 2026.
- The semifinal matchup between New Mexico and San Diego State is scheduled to tip off at 10 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2026.
The players
Tomislav Buljan
The leading scorer for the New Mexico Lobos, with 25 points and 15 rebounds in the win over San Jose State.
Jake Hall
A New Mexico player who discussed the team's strategy against San Diego State, emphasizing the need to match the Aztecs' physical style of play.
San Diego State
The Aztecs are a strong defensive team focused on rebounding and gap control, and they split the regular season series with New Mexico.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
The outcome of the New Mexico versus San Diego State game could significantly impact both teams' chances of receiving an invitation to the NCAA tournament, as both are currently considered 'on the bubble.'
The takeaway
This game between New Mexico and San Diego State in the Mountain West Tournament semifinals is a crucial matchup for both teams as they look to secure an NCAA tournament bid. Past performance highlights the importance of factors like free throws and turnovers in determining the winner, and the teams will need to bring their best effort and execution to advance.
