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All things UNM Hoops and Football with some Mountain West Conference sprinkled in. Hosted by Erik Moulton, Ed Nunez and Nick Nunez.

  1. FEB 7

    UNM MBB Seeks Reset Against Boise State

    Eric Olen has quickly continued the tradition of winning for UNM men’s basketball. Despite a setback 86-66 loss to Utah State on Wednesday, Olen’s Lobos enter Saturday night’s matchup against Boise State at 18-5 overall and 9-3 in Mountain West play, good for third place in the league standings, and still in contention to get a top 3 seed in the Mountain West conference tournament. “We feel like our best basketball and good basketball from us, is good enough every night, at home, on the road, against every team that we could potentially see,” Olen said after the Utah State loss. “It’s not about our capability, its just about our execution and performance.” Game Preview: https://www.pitpressnm.com/news/unm-mbb-seeks-reset-against-boise-state

    42 min

  2. FEB 3

    Protect The Pit: San Jose State Recap and Utah State Preview with The Aggship (Patrick Mayhorn)

    New Mexico men’s basketball will defend its 23-game home winning streak Wednesday night when it hosts Utah State in a first-place showdown at the Pit. The Aggies are the highest-rated opponent UNM has faced at home this season, ranking No. 27 in the NET and No. 33 in KenPom, and boast the Mountain West’s top offense at 84.5 points per game. Utah State’s attack is driven by efficiency, ball movement, and depth, led by Mason Falslev and MJ Collins. With the conference race tied atop the standings, protecting home court is critical for the Lobos’ title hopes. The Aggship (Patrick Mayhorn) joins the show to provide an in-depth preview of the Utah State Aggies. Game Preview READ: https://www.pitpressnm.com/news/protect-the-pit-lobos-face-utah-state-at-the-pit

    1h 16m

  3. JAN 23

    Lobos sprint passed Fresno State & Bracketology talk with 801 Bracketology

    UNM men’s basketball defeated Fresno State 83–74 on Wednesday in the Pit, but the game was overshadowed by heavy officiating. Mountain West officials called 39 combined fouls, including 16 on UNM in the second half, prompting head coach Eric Olen to receive just the third technical foul of his career. Despite late whistles allowing Fresno State to close the margin, the Lobos controlled the game behind a dominant defensive effort. UNM forced 22 turnovers, recorded a season-high 18 steals and turned those into 29 points, improving to another conference win ahead of Saturday’s 90's themed matchup with Nevada. Erik, Nick, and Ed recap the game with their personal takes and look ahead to Nevada. Sam Hadfield from 801 Bracketology joins the show to talk NCAA bids, bubble watch and first-four in scenarios for New Mexico Basketball and the rest of the Mountain West Conference. Fresno State Gamer: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/heavy-officiating-overshadows-strong-unm-defense-in-win-over-fresno-state

    1h 17m

  4. JAN 19

    SDSU Steals UNM's Hopes on MW Lead, Buljan Goes for 20 and 14, Missed Opportunity for the Lobos?

    In a clash that lived up to two decades of rivalry, the University of New Mexico stood on the precipice of a stunning comeback and a share of the Mountain West lead. After erasing a 15-point deficit in the hostile confines of Viejas Arena, the Lobos had the ball and the momentum in a tied game with under 40 seconds to play. But in a heartbreak defined by inches, a single steal by SDSU’s Miles Byrd turned a potential New Mexico triumph into a 83-79 Aztec victory, leaving the Lobos wondering what might have been. In this episode we discuss the Lobos and Aztecs game of runs, key performers, coaching decisions, and missed opportunities. Gamer: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/san-diego-state-steals-new-mexicos-hopes-of-mountain-west-lead

    1h 5m

  5. JAN 15

    Lobos Flex on GCU, Hall goes for 22 and extends freshman record, looking at SDSU

    New Mexico used stifling second-half defense and a smart offensive adjustment to defeat Grand Canyon 87–64 Tuesday at The Pit. After a tight first half, the Lobos clamped down defensively, holding the Lopes to 28% shooting and forcing tough, contested looks. Offensively, UNM countered GCU’s pick-and-roll drop coverage with mid-range jumpers and consistent trips to the free throw line, led by Jake Hall and Uriah Tenette. Strong physical play, balanced scoring, and impactful minutes from JT Rock helped UNM pull away and extend its home winning streak to 21 games. Gamer: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/lobos-find-sweet-spot-jumpers-and-defense-in-blowout-over-gcu

    48 min
  6. MWC Hoops Preview, Brennan Williams (Go Lopes Radio) and The Pit Press dissect the GCU / UNM Matchup in The Pit

    JAN 13

    MWC Hoops Preview, Brennan Williams (Go Lopes Radio) and The Pit Press dissect the GCU / UNM Matchup in The Pit

    The Mountain West Conference’s newest rivalry tips off Tuesday night in The Pit, where UNM looks to remind Grand Canyon why coming to Albuquerque remains one of the league’s toughest road trips. The Lopes (10-5) have started strong in their first season in the Mountain West conference and stand at 3-1 in league play. They are on a two-game win streak, having won 75-58 at Boise State on Wednesday, followed by a 76-58 victory at home against San Jose State on Saturday. Go Lopes Radio, Brennan Williams, joins The Pit Press crew to preview the game, key personnel, matchups, and surprises. Game Preview: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/unm-looks-to-flex-home-court-muscle-agaisnt-gcus-big-bodies

    58 min
  7. Buljan Bullies WYO, Ivy Breaks Down The Rams, & Former Lobo MBB George Scott

    JAN 6

    Buljan Bullies WYO, Ivy Breaks Down The Rams, & Former Lobo MBB George Scott

    This week, we recap a massive Saturday night in Albuquerque as the New Mexico Lobos extended their home winning streak to 20 games with a 78-58 dismantling of the Wyoming Cowboys. We dive deep into the "Tomislav Buljan Game"—analyzing how the freshman’s historic 25-point, 12-rebound double-double has fundamentally shifted the ceiling of this UNM roster. In this episode, we break down: The Tomi Takeover: Is Buljan officially the "Alpha" in the Lobos’ frontcourt? The Second-Half Blitz: How Eric Olen’s tactical adjustments turned a 3-point nail-biter into a 20-point rout. Leland Walker’s Long Night: How the Lobos’ perimeter defense turned Wyoming’s leading scorer into a turnover machine. Looking Ahead: The Fort Collins gauntlet. We wrap up the show with a comprehensive scouting report on Colorado State with Insider Steve Ivy - Cracker's College Hoops. The Rams are shooting the lights out (Ranked #2 in 3PT%), but they can't rebound to save their lives. We outline the 4 keys to the game the Lobos must follow to steal a win at Moby Arena and stay atop the Mountain West standings. UNM/CSU Preview: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/unm-heads-to-fort-collins-dangerous-csu UNM/WYO Recap: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/buljan-bullies-in-the-paint-in-win-over-wyoming

    1h 8m
  8. Frostbite in Boise: Broncos Stifle New Mexico & Lobos Look Forward to WYO

    JAN 2

    Frostbite in Boise: Broncos Stifle New Mexico & Lobos Look Forward to WYO

    Send us a text Description: A historic shooting slump or a defensive masterclass? Today, we’re breaking down a night to forget for the Lobos in Idaho. New Mexico rolled into Boise with momentum, but they left with the coldest shooting performance in program history. Despite a dominant 15-0 run and a double-digit lead in the second half, the Lobos’ offense went ice-cold, finishing a staggering 3-of-25 from beyond the arc. In this episode, we dive into: The 12% Disaster: How a record-breaking 3-point struggle derailed UNM’s Mountain West momentum.The Battle of the Bricks: A gritty, physical slugfest where both teams struggled to find the bottom of the net.Bronco Physicality: How Boise State used their size and reserve freshman Spencer Ahrens to snatch the lead back in the paint.Missed Opportunities: Analyzing the late-game free throw woes that silenced the Lobos' comeback hopes.It wasn't pretty, it wasn't high-scoring, but it was a Mountain West wake-up call. We’re dissecting what went wrong for the Lobos and how they bounce back from their first conference loss. Listen in as we break down the frostbite in Boise. We also look ahead to the Wyoming game slated for Saturday 1/3 at The Pit in Albuquerque.  The Cowboys come in at 10-3 (1-1 MW) and have a stellar freshman in 6'7 Naz Meyer.  Meyer has been named MWC Freshman of the Week three times already and had a season high 26 points vs. South Dakota in mid-November. Boise State Gamer: https://www.thepitpressnm.com/news/frostbite-in-boise-icy-shooting-hands-lobos-first-mwc-loss Website: ThePitPressNM.com

    47 min
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All things UNM Hoops and Football with some Mountain West Conference sprinkled in. Hosted by Erik Moulton, Ed Nunez and Nick Nunez.

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    The Pit Press
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
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