In a highly anticipated matchup, the New Mexico Lobos (13-8, 6-2 MWC) will take on the Boise State Broncos (14-7, 4-4 MWC) in Boise, Idaho on Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. EST. New Mexico will be looking to extend their four-game road win streak, while Boise State boasts a strong 10-1 record at home. The Broncos are third in the Mountain West Conference, averaging 71.2 points per game and shooting 43.7% from the field.
New Mexico has a record of 6-2 in conference matchups and averages 73.0 points per game. Both teams have been successful in making 3-pointers, with Boise State averaging 7.5 made shots per game, the same average that New Mexico allows. The Lobos, on the other hand, average 7.3 made 3-pointers per game.
Key players to watch in this matchup include Natalie Pasco and Tatum Thompson for the Broncos, and Hulda Joaquim and Viane Cumber for the Lobos. The game marks the first meeting between the two teams in conference play this season.
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