FRESNO, Calif. (Interstat) — A surging New Mexico team looks to solidify its standing near the top of the Mountain West when it visits Fresno State on Saturday. The Lobos (20-6), coming off a dominant 98-61 home victory over Air Force on Tuesday, have won seven of their last nine games. Their high-powered offense, which put up 90 or more points in three of those wins, will be tested on the road at the Save Mart Center. Fresno State (12-13) seeks consistency and a signature win to climb back to .500. The Bulldogs are 2-3 in their last five, alternating wins and losses, and are coming off a 92-82 defeat at Wyoming. They previously beat Air Force 93-63 at home. New Mexico guard Deyton Albury has been a steadying force, averaging 10.7 points and 3.4 assists over his last seven games. He scored 14 points with six assists in the win over Air Force. Fresno State will counter with guard Zaon Collins, who is averaging 10.3 points and 4.3 assists over his last six contests. He had 16 points and three assists in the Bulldogs’ 98-96 home win over UNLV on Feb. 3. The Lobos won the first meeting this season, 83-74 in Albuquerque on Jan. 21. In that game, New Mexico pulled away late despite a close contest for much of the second half. For New Mexico, this game begins a critical closing stretch against conference foes as it pursues a high seed in the Mountain West tournament. Fresno State aims to protect its home court and build momentum before heading to Colorado State next Tuesday. Tipoff is scheduled for Saturday afternoon.