
New Mexico vs Boise State Prediction 1/17/25 College Basketball Picks Today
Boise State (13-5) vs. New Mexico (14-4)
January 17, 2025 11:00 pm EDT
The Line: New Mexico -3.5; Over/Under: 151.5
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In this article, we will formulate a New Mexico vs Boise State prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, January 17th at The Pit in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
New Mexico Lobos Betting Preview
The New Mexico Lobos are 14-4 (6-1) this year after they lost to San Jose State by a score of 71-70 in their last game. New Mexico led 35-31 at halftime, but they were outscored 40-35 in the second half for the loss. The Lobos shot 40.9% from the field, 20% on three-pointers, and 68.4% on free throws in the game. Nelly Junior Joseph led New Mexico with 20 points and six rebounds, while Donovan Dent added 17 points and five assists in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Lobos defeated San Diego State by a score of 62-48 and Wyoming by a score of 61-53. New Mexico has won seven of their last eight games and they are currently battling with Utah State at the top of the Mountain West standings. New Mexico has scored 83.2 points per game and they have allowed 73.1 points per game, while also averaging 40.1 rebounds and 16.2 assists per game this season. Donovan Dent is averaging 19.0 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game, while Mustapha Amzil is averaging 13.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game this year. New Mexico is shooting 45.4% from the field, 68.2% on free throws, and 34% on three-pointers this season.
Boise State Broncos Betting Preview
The Boise State Broncos are 13-5 (5-2) this season after they defeated Wyoming by a score of 96-55 in their last game. Boise State led 50-21 at halftime and added 46 points in the second half for the blowout win. The Broncos shot 58.5% from the field, 50% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Andrew Meadow led Boise State with 18 points and one steal, while Julian Bowie added 16 points and three rebounds in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Broncos lost to Utah State by a score of 81-79 but did beat UNLV by a score of 81-59 before that. Boise State has won seven of their last nine games and they are currently third in the Mountain West behind New Mexico and Utah State. Boise State has scored 78.7 points per game and they have allowed 66.1 points per game, while also averaging 37.6 rebounds and 15.3 assists per game this season. Tyson Degenhart is averaging 17.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, while Andrew Meadow is averaging 12.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 0.8 steals per game this year. Boise State is shooting 48% from the field, 77.6% on free throws, and 32.8% on three-pointers this season. Boise State will take on Colorado State, Nevada, and Fresno State after this game.
Why Boise State will beat New Mexico
- Boise State has won each of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Boise State has won the first half in each of its last seven night games.
New Mexico vs Boise State Prediction
New Mexico comes into this matchup after picking up a tough loss on the road against San Jose State in their last game, but they are still 6-1 in the conference and they are at home here. The Lobos aren’t a great shooting team, but they are scoring 83.2 points per game this year. Boise State has alternated wins and losses over their last five games and they are shooting 48% from the field. The Broncos have been very good on both ends of the court this season and I think they can get the win in this matchup, so I will take the points with Boise State here.