Preview: New Mexico Visits Nevada in Critical Mountain West Clash RENO, Nev. (Interstat) — A high-stakes Mountain West men’s basketball matchup awaits Tuesday when the New Mexico Lobos visit the Nevada Wolf Pack at Lawlor Events Center. The Lobos (21-6, 8-4 MW), riding a three-game winning streak, aim to solidify their conference standing and NCAA tournament resume. The Wolf Pack (18-9, 6-6), coming off a narrow home win over Utah State, seek a signature victory to bolster their own postseason hopes. New Mexico, which won the first meeting 80-73 in Albuquerque on Jan. 24, is led by guard Jake Hall. He enters averaging 18.6 points over his last seven games, including a 20-point performance in Saturday’s 80-78 road win at Fresno State. Deyton Albury added 21 points in that victory. Nevada counters with dynamic guard Corey Camper, who has scored 20 or more points in four of his last six outings. He posted 20 points and two assists in the 80-77 win over Utah State. Camper’s season highlights include a 35-point effort in an overtime loss at Boise State on Feb. 3. The Lobos have shown potency on the road in conference play, with recent wins at UNLV, San Jose State and Fresno State. However, their two losses in the last month were decisive home defeats to Utah State and Boise State. Nevada has been strong at home, winning three straight in Reno, but has struggled on the road, dropping its last two away contests. Protecting home court is paramount for the Wolf Pack’s fading conference title chances. The game features two of the league’s top offensive talents in Hall and Camper, setting the stage for a pivotal guard duel. With both teams jockeying for position ahead of next month’s conference tournament, Tuesday’s result could prove crucial for seeding and postseason aspirations. Tipoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. PST. The Lobos host San Diego State on Saturday, while Nevada travels to face rival UNLV the same day.