Impact Amzil was a game-time decision before New Mexico's midweek matchup at Boise State. He did not play then. Ideally for Amzil, Tuesday will be different.
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NEW MEXICO LOBOS 8-2 · 4TH IN MWC
8-2 · 4TH IN MWC
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Mustapha Amzil - Once again game-time decision Amzil (foot) is a game-time decision for New Mexico's game Tuesday at San Diego State, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.
Nelly Junior Joseph - Four-game scoring high Junior Joseph racked up 17 points (8-11 FG, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two steals across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 86-78 loss to Boise State.
Impact Junior Joseph has had to take on more of the load recently with third-leading scorer Mustapha Amzil (foot) on the shelf, and he's responded by surpassing his season average in back-to-back games. The Lobos now have a bit of a break in the schedule before heading to San Diego State on Tuesday.
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Donovan Dent - 11 dimes in defeat Dent recorded 17 points (4-13 FG, 9-11 FT), three rebounds, 11 assists and two blocks across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 86-78 loss to Boise State.
Impact Dent typically provides most of the scoring, but he reached double-digit assists Wednesday for the fourth time this year and first time in MWC play. However, it wasn't enough for the Lobos to escape with the road win, resulting in their eight-game winning streak getting snapped.
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CJ Noland - Returns against Boise State Noland (head) contributed 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 86-78 loss to Boise State.
Impact Nolan's status for this contest was uncertain due to a head injury that forced an early exit last week against Utah State, but it turns out the senior guard won't miss any time. He'll have plenty of rest ahead of next Tuesday's matchup at San Diego State.
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Mustapha Amzil - Second straight DNP Amzil (foot) did not take the court in Wednesday's 86-78 loss to Boise State.
Impact Amzil, the second-leading scorer for the Lobos, has now missed three of his last four games. His next chance to return will be Tuesday against San Diego State. Jovan Milicevic has been picking up starts in his stead.
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Boise State hosts Washington and New Mexico
New Mexico visits the Boise State Broncos after Tru Washington scored 25 points in the Lobos' 82-79 win over the Utah State AggiesFEBRUARY 19 • Associated Press
Mustapha Amzil - Once again game-time decision Amzil (foot) is a game-time decision for New Mexico's game Wednesday at Boise State, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.
Impact Amzil was a game-time decision Feb. 12, when New Mexico and Wyoming logged their February game. He did not play then. Ideally for Amzil, the upcoming Wednesday will be different.
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CJ Noland - Currently day-to-day Noland (head) is day-to-day, according to Geoff Grammer of the Albuquerque Journal.
Impact Noland suffered a head injury during New Mexico's game Sunday against Utah State. The problem indicates why he is day-to-day. Fortunately for him, his head injury may not cause any DNPs. For now, New Mexico's head coach Richard Pitino confirmed the injured senior is not out.
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Mustapha Amzil - Injury revealed, day-to-day Amzil (foot) is day-to-day, according to Geoff Grammer of the Albuquerque Journal.
Impact Currently, it is unknown whether or not Amzil suffered a new foot injury or re-injured the same foot that affected his early-February availability. Amzil being day-to-day suggests he could be available for New Mexico's next game, making him as questionable as the Lobos prepare for a Wednesday matchup at Boise State.
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College basketball rankings: Auburn remains No. 1, Wisconsin cracks top 10
FOX Sports college basketball reporter John Fanta reveals his latest top 25 rankings, with Auburn remaining on top and Wisconsin cracking th...FEBRUARY 17 • FOX SPORTS
Tru Washington leads New Mexico over Utah State 82-79 for 8th straight victory
Tru Washington scored 25 points and hit a big 3-pointer late to help New Mexico rally for an 82-79 victory over Utah State, upping the Lobos’ win streak to eightFEBRUARY 17 • Associated Press
Mustapha Amzil - DNP Sunday Amzil (undisclosed) did not play in New Mexico's 82-79 victory over Utah State on Sunday, per Shawn Harrison of the Herald Journal.
Impact Amzil recently made his return following a one-game absence with a foot injury, but he was once again held out against the Lobos. It is currently unknown whether his new injury is related to the previous ailment. The 6-foot-9 senior will have to wait until Wednesday's game against Boise State for his next chance to return.
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Mustapha Amzil - Returns in Wednesday's win Amzil (foot) ended with two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and three rebounds in 17 minutes during Wednesday's 71-67 win over Wyoming.
Impact Amzil made his return to the court Wednesday after a brief one-game absence due to a foot injury. He did not do much in his 17 minutes of action as he accumulated just two points and three rebounds. Still, it was good to see his foot injury was not serious.
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Dent and New Mexico defeat Wyoming 71-67
Donovan Dent scored 20 points to lead the New Mexico Lobos and Jovan Milicevic sealed the victory with a 3-pointer with 32 seconds remaining as the Lobos knocked off the Wyoming Co...FEBRUARY 13 • Associated Press
New Mexico hosts Wyoming after Dent's 25-point game
New Mexico takes on the Wyoming Cowboys after Donovan Dent scored 25 points in New Mexico's 88-53 victory over the Air Force FalconsFEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press
Mustapha Amzil - Game-time decision Wednesday Amzil (foot) is a game-time decision for New Mexico's game Wednesday against Wyoming, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.
Impact Even though several days have passed since Amzil's latest DNP, he may need extra time to recover. Without him available, Jovan Milicevic was added to New Mexico's starting lineup, and he logged seven rebounds during his injured teammate's absence.
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Mustapha Amzil - DNP Saturday Amzil (foot) was held out of Saturday's matchup against Air Force while resting his injured foot, per Geoff Grammer of the Albuquerque Journal.
Impact Amzil had been struggling through a foot injury recently and was held out of Saturday's contest for rest purposes, marking his first missed game of the season. The 6-foot-9 senior has been an impact player for the Lobos this season, averaging 12.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game through 23 contests. Amzil can be looked at as questionable for Wednesday's game against Wyoming.
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Dent and Noland put up 19 as New Mexico knocks off Colorado State 87-65
Led by Donovan Dent and reserve CJ Noland with 19 points each, the New Mexico Lobos defeated the Colorado State Rams 87-65 on WednesdayFEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press
New Mexico visits Utah State following Dent's 34-point showing
New Mexico takes on the Utah State Aggies after Donovan Dent scored 34 points in the Lobos' 75-73 win against the UNLV RebelsJANUARY 31 • Associated Press
Nelly Junior Joseph - Massive effort against UNLV Junior Joseph supplied 22 points (8-16 FG, 6-10 FT), 18 rebounds, one assist and one block across 36 minutes during Saturday's 75-73 victory over UNLV.
Impact With yet another dynamic performance on the glass, Junior Joseph brought his season-long rebounding average up to a Mountain West-leading 10.4 rpg. He forms an excellent high-low combo with leading scorer Donovan Dent, who propelled the offense with 34 points. Next up is a pivotal conference matchup at Utah State on Saturday.
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Donovan Dent - Scoring clinic against UNLV Dent notched 34 points (13-21 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), one rebound and two assists over 37 minutes during Saturday's 75-73 victory over UNLV.
Impact Dent came up huge once again in a quality road win, providing his second-best scoring output of the year and bringing his season-long total up to a team-best 19.6 ppg. The victory brings the Lobos up to a 9-1 record in Mountain West play, keeping them a half game ahead of Utah State for the top spot in the league. Those two teams will square off next Saturday in Logan.
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Dent scores 34, New Mexico holds off UNLV 75-73
Donovan Dent scored 34 points, Nelly Junior Joseph added 22 points and 18 rebounds and New Mexico beat UNLV 75-73 for its third straight winJANUARY 25 • Associated Press
