New Mexico vs Wyoming Picks and Prediction – 1/8/2025

The New Mexico Lobos (12-3, 4-0 Mountain West) are set to face the Wyoming Cowboys (9-6, 2-2 Mountain West) on January 7, 2025, at the Arena-Auditorium in Laramie, Wyoming. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM MT, and the game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

New Mexico enters this matchup following a thrilling 82-81 overtime victory against Nevada, where Nelly Junior Joseph secured the win with a game-winning jumper as time expired. Junior Joseph has been instrumental for the Lobos, earning Mountain West Player of the Week honors after posting consecutive double-doubles, including a 20-point, 10-rebound performance against Nevada. The Lobos are aiming to start 5-0 in conference play for the first time since the 1977-78 season, when they began Western Athletic Conference play with a 10-0 record. 

Wyoming is coming off a 70-65 road victory over Air Force, showcasing their resilience and ability to secure wins away from home. The Cowboys, who boast a 6-1 home record this season, are led in scoring by Obi Agbam, averaging 18.5 points per game. However, Agbam missed the last game against Air Force due to injury, and his availability for the upcoming matchup remains uncertain.

Historically, New Mexico leads the all-time series against Wyoming with an 80-72 record. However, the Cowboys hold a 44-28 advantage in games played in Laramie and a 20-19 edge at the Arena-Auditorium. Notably, the Lobos have won the last three meetings between the two teams and are seeking to win in Laramie for three consecutive seasons. Unfortunately, without Agbam, Wyoming will get run off the court. Prediction: New Mexico wins 79-65.