New Mexico Lobos @ Air Force Falcons
Maluach scores 22 to lead New Mexico past Air Force 73-65
AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- — Makuach Maluach had 22 points as New Mexico defeated Air Force 73-65 on Monday night.
Valdir Manuel had 14 points for New Mexico (6-13, 2-13 Mountain West Conference), which ended its five-game losing streak. Bayron Matos added 13 points and seven rebounds. Saquan Singleton had 5 points, 13 assists and six rebounds.
A.J. Walker had 26 points for the Falcons (4-17, 2-15), who have now lost 10 games in a row. Chris Joyce added 16 points and eight rebounds. Abe Kinrade had 15 points.
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Game Information
Colorado Springs, CO

Referee:Larry Spaulding
Referee:Chris Rastatter
Referee:Nate Harris

2025-26 Standings
| Mountain West ConferenceMountain West Conference | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 15-5 | - | 29-7 |
| San Diego State | 14-6 | 1 | 22-11 |
| New Mexico | 13-7 | 2 | 26-11 |
| Grand Canyon | 13-7 | 2 | 20-12 |
| Nevada | 12-8 | 3 | 24-13 |
| Boise State | 12-8 | 3 | 20-12 |
| Colorado State | 11-9 | 4 | 21-13 |
| UNLV | 11-9 | 4 | 18-17 |
| Wyoming | 9-11 | 6 | 18-15 |
| Fresno State | 7-13 | 8 | 13-19 |
| San José State | 3-17 | 12 | 9-24 |
| Air Force | 0-20 | 15 | 3-29 |




