- Matchup: New Mexico Lobos vs VCU Rams
- Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
- Venue: Siegel Center, Richmond, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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This Wednesday, the New Mexico Lobos (7-2) will face off against the VCU Rams (6-3) at the Siegel Center.
In their previous game, the New Mexico Lobos secured a dominant win against Santa Clara, concluding the matchup with a score of 98-71. The Lobos showcased an impressive field goal percentage of 59.6% (34 out of 57 attempts) and successfully hit 9 of their 23 shots from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, they converted on 21 of 24 attempts, achieving a stellar 87.5%. On the boards, New Mexico grabbed a total of 33 rebounds, including 8 offensive rebounds. They also recorded 18 assists, forced 14 turnovers, and captured 9 steals during the game. Defensively, the Lobos restricted their opponents to 37.7% shooting, allowing Santa Clara to convert 26 of 69 attempts. Santa Clara finished the game with 30 rebounds (16 offensive, 14 defensive) and managed 13 assists along with 6 steals. The team shot 75.0% from the charity stripe on 9 of 12 attempts, and struggled from three-point range, making only 10 of 44 attempts. In terms of fouls, New Mexico accumulated 16, while Santa Clara was called for 23 fouls.
Deyton Albury played a pivotal role in the Lobos’ performance, achieving 75.0% shooting accuracy, amassing 6 assists, and spending 26 minutes on the court. He contributed significantly with 22 points, shooting 9 out of 12.
The Lobos will enter this matchup with a record of 7-2 this season. They have averaged 11.4 turnovers per game and have committed 17.1 fouls per contest. Collectively, New Mexico pulls down an average of 37.6 rebounds and has delivered 141 assists this season, ranking 178th nationally for team assists. They have hit 34.0% of their three-point attempts (89 of 262) and 74.5% from the free-throw line. Averaging 82.2 points per game (99th in college basketball), they have shot 45.4% from the field.
On the defensive end, the Lobos are forcing their opponents into an average of 15.8 turnovers per game while committing 20.1 fouls. They hold opponents to a 29.5% conversion rate on three-point shots and rank 91st nationally in points allowed per game (69.0). The Lobos’ defense permits a shooting percentage of 40.5% (212 of 523) and averages 35.2 rebounds surrendered per contest, ranking 87th in the nation for assists allowed with 109.
In their last appearance, the VCU Rams achieved victory against Samford with a final score of 83-57. They dominated the glass, hauling in 35 defensive rebounds and 17 offensive rebounds for a total of 52 rebounds. They committed 12 turnovers and snagged 5 steals in the contest. Samford was whistled for 17 fouls, allowing VCU 22 free throw attempts, of which they made 13 for a success rate of 59.1%. From three-point territory, VCU sank 12 of 28 attempts (42.9%). Overall, the Rams finished with a shooting percentage of 44.6%, going 29 of 65 from the field. Meanwhile, Samford shot 35.0% from the field, making 21 of 60 attempts, and struggled from three-point range at only 10.0%, completing 2 of 20 attempts.
Terrence Hill Jr. had a notable game for the Rams, shooting 57.1% (8 of 14) and collecting 4 rebounds. He finished the game with 22 points in 25 minutes, adding 3 assists to his tally.
The Rams hold a season record of 6-3. They average 18.6 fouls per game and have a free throw percentage of 69.8%. The team averages 15.4 assists, ranking 137th nationally, and they turn the ball over 12.9 times per game. VCU has scored 759 points this season (averaging 84.3 points per game) and they secure 39.2 rebounds per game. They have a team shooting percentage of 45.0%, which places them 204th in the nation.
Defensively, VCU allows 33.1% shooting from three-point range (55 of 166) and their opponents convert 71.0% of free throw attempts. They surrender an average of 12.2 assists and 36.7 total rebounds per game, ranking 113th and 264th, respectively, in college basketball. The Rams are currently ranked 133rd in points per game allowed, giving up 70.9, while forcing 14.4 turnovers and allowing opponents a shooting percentage of 41.1% (90th in Division I).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA spread?
Prediction: Bet on New Mexico
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