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Gordon had 21 points and 14 rebounds, but the team shot poorly from three-point range and could not overcome the deficit, finishing the season 287. North Carolina State upset heavily favored Houston in the memorable championship, sealing the victory with a last second basket. [104], The 199293 Lobos had an experienced core with Williams, Logan, and Jaxon returning as seniors. The Lobos lost Daniels and Monroe to graduation and were picked in the 196768 preseason to finish last in the WAC. The Lobos appeared in the NAIA Basketball tournament one time with a record of 01. By contrast, Marvin "Automatic" Johnson was one of the greatest scorers in Lobo history. [6] Johnson arrived in 1920 after a successful athletic career at the University of Michigan. The Lobos beat Syracuse in the first round before losing to Rutgers, finishing the season 198 and ranked #18 in the UPI. [96] McGee capped his career with Lobo records for most games played and most career assists. Nevertheless, they have won at least one game in six of their last nine appearances. The teams met again in the conference tournament final, and the Lobos prevailed for their third straight MWC tournament championship. Gary Colson rebuilt the Lobo program virtually from scratch after Lobogate, restoring its integrity and eventually its success on the court. [191] He was dismissed from the team. Long scored 1,840 points. Long averaged 23.9 points a game both his junior and senior seasons, earning all-WAC honors both seasons and all-American recognition in 1971. [19][30] The team finished the season 179 but failed to receive an NIT berth. [148] Danridge was named All-MWC, and Alford was tabbed MWC Coach of the Year. [46], The 199899 Lobos again started strong with a 121 record, reaching #11; they stood at 162 after beating #7 Arizona but then lost four of five, struggling on the road. [84][85], In 198788 the Lobos were led by Charlie Thomas, a junior transfer from Wake Forest (17 points and 7.5 rebounds a game), and senior Greene (16.8 points, 6.8 rebounds). [65] The team limped to a 622 record. New Mexico began playing New Mexico State in 1904, currently totaling over 200 games; they first played UTEP in 1929, with over 140 games total. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) - Former Lobo women's basketball player Miranda Sanchez died Monday. The 197374 Lobos began the season 120, launching them to a #8 ranking. [163] The Lobos finished the season 296, their second-best record ever. Early New Mexico basketball teams played in what became known as the Old Wooden Gym, where the walls were the out-of-bounds markers. [133][138] The Lobos started the season 122, with an overtime win at Sweet 16-bound Gonzaga, but a blowout loss at #1 Stanford began a 16 slump, including several poor road performances. Former New Mexico Players Currently In The NBA * NBA stats from the 2022-2023 season. 197374 New Mexico Lobos Roster and Stats. [35] The 197576 team improved to 1611 with a largely mercenary squad of JC transfers who would later quit the team before the end of the season. [223], Sportscaster Mike Roberts was the "Voice of the Lobos" on KKOB radio in Albuquerque from 1966 to 2008, becoming an icon among Lobo fans. Lobo's senior year saw her secure the Wade trophy, Naismith Award, and several Player of the Year honors all while leading the Huskies to an undefeated season and the 1995 NCAA national championship. 6 Nevada in The Pit. [7][17], University Arena opened in 1966 but was soon nicknamed "The Pit" due to its innovative subterranean design, with the playing floor 37 feet below street level. The Lobos have made 15 appearances in the NCAA tournament, compiling an overall record of 816.[232]. Due to the success of King's first three seasons, attendance at Johnson Gym more than doubled, and plans to build a larger arena began to take shape. Kirk led with 22 points and 12 rebounds, but the team shot poorly and trailed most of the game as the Crimson answered Lobo runs with timely three-pointers to seal the upset. "[17] Since his arrival at UNM, the Lobos have won over sixty percent of their games and earned over thirty berths to post-season tournaments, while suffering only five losing seasons. Road struggles kept the team from gaining momentum, a chronic problem as the Lobos went 843 in away games under McKay. They finished third in the WAC but received an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament, their first berth since 1978. [19] Hardin led the way, averaging 17 points a game, and the team became the highest scoring Lobo squad to date at over 84 points a game. The Lobos broke open a close game in the second half with a 267 run. [27] Instead, they started the season 170, rising to #6 before beating #5Utah in the Pit, propelling the Lobos to #4. J.J. Caldwell was also kicked off the team in January because of a domestic violence accusation. [13] The team posted wins over Kansas and at Purdue and received a berth in the 1964 National Invitation Tournament (NIT) at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Carlton Bragg Jr. was accused of sexual assault and later arrested for a DWI in January 2020. Media Guide 201314, pp.67,87. Road struggles slowed them, however, and despite another strong finish they ended up a game out of the lead. [10] They went 17589 (.663) in ten seasons with King as head coach, winning two conference titles and making four appearances in post-season tournaments. [172] They dropped a pair of league games but then won seven straight, winning at #13 San Diego State and trouncing #11 UNLV to take the league lead and climb into the national rankings at #18. [183] Williams averaged 16 points and five assists, and Kirk added 13 points and nine rebounds. [43] After a string of road losses, the Lobos recovered to win six of seven and secure the WAC championship in a strong season for the league when five of eight teams were ranked at some point. They were ranked briefly in 1988 and 1993, then throughout 1996 to 1999. Media Guide 201314, p.71. The early departure of Hobson left the Lobos with just one senior again in 201011: Gary led with 14 points and 5.5 assists a game, carrying the young team at times. Players of men's basketball at the University of New Mexico. [36][39][56] The team played at a frenetic pace and led the nation in scoring at 97.5 points per game. Feb. 28Whatever happens next week in Las Vegas at the Mountain West Tournament and beyond, Lobo seniors Morris Udeze and Jaelen House made sure the final regular season impression their fans would have of them in the Pit would be a memorable one. [15], The rise of the program continued in the 196465 season, led by sophomores Mel Daniels and Ben Monroe. [145] Discipline trouble and player defections continued into the off-season. [36][46] The top six largest crowds ever at The Pit were during this period. Media Guide 201314, pp.67,76,78,89. Stoking the popularity of Lobo basketball by this time was the success of two longtime rivals. [60][63] In 1986, former rival and longtime friend Don Haskins hired Ellenberger as his lead assistant at UTEP, where he would coach for four years. Four-year starting PG Phil Smith led those early teams, averaging 14 points, six assists, and two steals per game over his career, setting then-records for highest scoring freshman, most steals in a season, and most career assists. [97] In the NIT, the Lobos knocked off Oregon, Oklahoma State, and Hawaii to make the Final Four in New York. [12][17] In the 196566 season, Daniels averaged 21 points and 10 rebounds a game, and the Lobos raced out to an 111 record after beating #7BYU. [57] Phil Abney and Russell Saunders were JC additions; Abney initially backed up Howard but later moved into the starting line-up. They then won 12 of 13, including a win over #6 San Diego State to knot the MWC race, but they lost the title showdown at SDSU after squandering a large lead. Gary finished his Lobo career second in games played, second in career free throws made, and is now fifth in career assists. The Lobos won the WAC regular season championship in 1964, 1968, 1974, 1978, and 1994, and they won the conference tournament in 1993 and 1996. [159] Senior Tony Danridge led the unit with 15 points a game, though they again relied on balance and teamwork. After the 197172 season, assistant coach Norm Ellenberger was elevated to head coach, and King served as Assistant Athletics Director the next season. Stats from Negro League teams from 1920 to 1948 are now counted in MLB records. In 1957, while still on faculty, Johnson oversaw construction of the 7,800-seat arena that bears his name, Johnson Gymnasium. [108] The Lobos started 112, with both losses to New Mexico State in close, exciting games. [175] The MWC enjoyed its best season to date with four teams achieving national rankings and five making the NCAA tournament. Forward Johnny Brown turned in an All-WAC performance, but the other inside players were young, and the loss of Greene left a hole in the backcourt. He was selected as the 30th pick in the first round of the 2008 NBA draft by Boston. [55] Attendance at The Pit jumped to over 17,000 a game, second most in the nation, as fan enthusiasm soared. He established regularly scheduled games against regional colleges, and in 1931 UNM joined the Border Conference as a founding member. [105] A pair of upset losses prevented them from catching the #9 Utes and #21 Cougars, who were tied atop the league at 141 late in the season. [177] In the interim, Snell announced he was declaring for the NBA draft. [184] The team struggled at times as the bench developed, suffering a pair of home upsets to leave them 124. [141] After several coaches were discussed as candidates, some turning down offers, McKay was hired in a late night surprise and was not a popular choice among Lobo fans. March 1, 2003. In 1992 the basketball court at The Pit was named "Bob King Court" in honor of the coach who made its construction possible. [49] His defensive prowess made him an eight-time recipient of NBA All-Defensive Team honors, as well as the Defensive Player of the Year Award in 1987. Media Guide 201314, p.91. [132] In 2003, he was forced to resign from Baylor embroiled in an ugly scandal that would end his college coaching career. The design of the arena makes it one of the loudest venues in college basketball, creating a hostile playing environment for visitors. [23] He finished with career averages of 19.8 points and 10.2 rebounds per game, and his 23 double-doubles in 196970 still stands as the Lobo season record. [55] Hosting #18 Gonzaga, Douglas missed a pair of free throws to send the game into overtime, and the Lobos lost; point guard Marlon Parmer ripped teammates in the locker room, beginning a string of problems on court and off. The Lobos remained in the WAC race late in the season, but road struggles relegated them to third place and a 1911 final record. Funeral arrangements have not been announced yet. "[199], The Lobo Howl is an event held initially on midnight of the first day the NCAA allows teams to practice. The team began 92 with an upset over #8 Wichita State but wilted in league play, going 412 and finishing 1517. [48] "Coop" later became a mainstay of the "Showtime" Los Angeles Lakers of the 1980s, winning five NBA championships over a 12-year career. [55][69] Despite the struggles of the team, attendance at The Pit actually improved in Colson's early years, remaining in the top four nationally.[46]. [37][64] He then became the lead assistant for Bobby Knight at Indiana for ten seasons, from 1990 to 2000,[34] and later coached in the NBA and WNBA. The team had relied heavily on its starters and was worn down with fatigue and injuries. [192][193]It was also later revealed that UNM basketball players were also at the party after a 22 point loss to Nevada, after they had taken a charter flight that night. [181][182] Senior Cameron Bairstow had a breakout season, averaging 20 points and seven rebounds a game, achieving one of the best single-season improvements in school history. They beat Dayton in the regional consolation game to finish the season 227 and ranked #18 in the UPI. Greene returned to average 21 points and six rebounds a game, while Scarborough added 19 points and six assists. The 198687 season was the most successful for Colson as Lobo coach. Alford was again named MWC Coach of the Year, and Gary was All-MWC. Still smarting after last weekend's buzzer-beating loss to San Diego State in a sold-out Pit, the Lobos (20-9, 7-9) are fighting for survival heading into the final two games of the regular . [115] The Lobos were ranked #23 and received a seven-seed to play Kansas State. Richard Pitino has been hired as the next head coach of the New Mexico men's basketball program less than 24 hours after Minnesota announced his firing, the program announced on Tuesday. The 2013 Howl drew over 10,000 fans and featured the introduction of new coach Craig Neal, who entered the arena on his motorcycle. Norman Dale Ellenberger (August 2, 1932 - November 15, 2015) was an American football, basketball, and baseball player and coach. [23] The #21 Lobos received a five-seed in the NCAA tournament facing Long Beach State. [30], The 197677 team featured JC arrivals Michael Cooper, Marvin Johnson, and Willie Howard, the nucleus for a successful and exciting two-year run. [40] They spent about half of the 196667 season in the top six nationally, reaching #3, their highest ranking ever. Colson's supporters pointed to the strong recruiting class he had coming in, arguing that his best teams were ahead of him, as well as to the integrity and academic success forged by Colson. The highlight of the season was a 85-58 win over No. Under Norm Ellenberger, the Lobos won WAC championships in 1974 and 1978 and compiled an overall record of 13462 (.684). [91][92] Deciding it was time to move on, Bliss resigned and accepted the head coach position at Baylor, reportedly more than doubling his UNM salary. Brown is now head basketball coach at Volcano Vista High in Albuquerque. New Mexico Lobos men's basketball statistical leaders B Cameron Bairstow Nick Banyard Carlton Bragg Jr. Don Brkovich Greg Brown (basketball, born 1972) Johnny Brown (basketball) C David Chiotti Michael Cooper D Mel Daniels Curtis Dennis Troy DeVries Ruben Douglas E Arthur Edwards (basketball) F Daniel Faris Don Ford Kavossy Franklin G Dairese Gary [41] In late February the Lobos were 213, ranked #15, and leading the WAC, before losing their last two games and finishing second in conference. Williams was named conference tournament MVP; he and Jaxon were both named All-WAC. They then won 11 of 12, taking the WAC lead into the last month of the season. [127] Attendance at The Pit remained in the top ten nationally during the Bliss years, finishing sixth in the nation twice and reaching its highest season average ever in 199798 at 17,625 per game. [74] The Lobos beat a good Arizona team before losing a close game to #1 Georgetown, led by Patrick Ewing, the first time the Lobos had faced a top-ranked opponent. "Bob King Court" was dedicated at formal ceremonies on December1, 1992, the 26th anniversary of the opening of The Pit. [54] The injection of talent made the Lobos exciting and competitive, but they took time to gel as a team, beginning the season 64 with a couple of disappointing losses. Howard led a young team, scoring 19.7 per game, with sophomores Willie Long and Petie Gibson beginning their runs as three-year starters. They were upset in the first round by unranked Cal State Fullerton, however, in another disappointing tournament performance. The team was again defense-oriented, surrendering just 60 points a game and grinding out close wins, frequently coming from behind. [109] The team was undefeated at home in conference and won a key road game at BYU to seal the league championship, led by a torrent of points from Brown. Lobo basketball first achieved national prominence under Bob King, who was previously an assistant coach at his alma mater, the University of Iowa. Fraschilla inherited three returning starters, but the team was clearly heading into a rebuilding period after losing Thomas. [167] He was joined by UCLA transfer Drew Gordon, who averaged 13 points and 10.5 rebounds, and the program's most successful freshman class to date, including starter Kendall Williams who scored 12 points a game. Media Guide 201314, pp.6769,87,94. [212][219], At the start of each half during Lobo games at The Pit, fans continue to stand and clap their hands until both teams score a basket, adding pressure on teams that struggle to score for long stretches. [59] In July 1981, however, he was convicted by a state District Court on 21 of 22 counts of fraud and submitting false public vouchers. Former New Mexico Lobo men's basketball standout Rob Robbins, left, and his daughter, Hannah, a rising star on the Arizona prep scene, are shown. Thomas had 15 points and eight rebounds, sealing the win with a pair of late free throws, while Long added 14 points and nine boards. Fan criticism had reached a crescendo and attendance at The Pit had been dropping significantly. Media Guide 201314, pp.66,90. [12][28] They swept their regular season match-ups against New Mexico State, with both teams ranked in the top ten at the time of their second game. [115] The young Lobo squad jumped out to a 100 start and a #25 ranking before losing a pair of league road games. Udeze finished with 25 points and 9 rebounds, House went for 24 points and 5 assists and UNM on Tuesday night shot a blistering 58.2% in a 94-80 . Giddens led the MWC in rebounding and was among the league leaders in numerous other categories. While he initially relied on JC transfers to fill the roster, he also began the slow process of rebuilding the program around freshmen recruits, with a greater emphasis on academics. [25] Don Haskins took over at UTEP in 1961 and led the Miners to a 12832 (.800) record in his first six seasons, including a 281 national championship season in 196566. [122][123] Thomas averaged 17 points and nine rebounds, Shields 17 points and seven rebounds, and Long 14. One team in the game will be named Team J.B. White in. [188], On April 1, 2017, Neal was dismissed as head coach after compiling a record of 7652 (.594).[189]. The Lobos defeated Drake and NYU before falling to Bradley in the championship game, finishing with a 236 record and ranked 16th in the UPI poll. Mitchell was named to the Albuquerque Sports Hall of Fame in 1991 and to the UNM Alumni Lettermen's Hall of . [231], New Mexico has a history of disappointing performances in the NCAA tournament, suffering noteworthy upsets in 1968, 1978, 1993, 2010, 2013, and 2014. They finished 305, the most wins in a Lobo season, while going 102 in road games and 60 against ranked teams, also team highs. [154] They struggled to win against first round opponent Montana, and Hobson injured his wrist and back. The current roster is comprised primarily of UNM alumni including: Jamaal Smith (2006-08) J.R. Giddens (2006-08) Phillip McDonald (2008-12) Darington Hobson (2009-10) With the help of transfers JaQuan Lyle, J.J. Caldwell, Carlton Bragg Jr., and Vance Jackson, UNM exploded to a 15-3 start. [8] Johnson set about building collegiate-level athletics facilities, performing some of the hard labor with his own hands. Thomas was held to his worst game as a Lobo, scoring just one point. Five months later, and with the New Mexico still proving to be the only team all season capable of beating the Aztecs on their home court in Viejas Arena, No. [119] Granger was selected by the Indiana Pacers with the 17th pick in the first round of the 2005 NBA draft and has placed among league leaders in scoring and been named an All-Star during his career. The plucky squad lacked depth, but its veterans found ways to win, building a 164 record. [91][92] All had been Colson recruits, and Bliss reportedly flew to Australia to secure Longley's return to New Mexico. The Lobos attained their first national ranking in the 196465 season, reaching #10 in the AP poll. PF-Kenny Thomas. The official name of the facilities became Dreamstyle Arena and Dreamstyle Stadium. UNM played their "home" games at various venues outside of New Mexico due to the restrictions against sports competitions from COVID-19 in New Mexico. [93] The Lobos got off to a slow start in 198889, including losses to #11 Arizona and #6 Oklahoma. [154] Under McKay, J.R. Giddens had frequently missed games due to disciplinary problems. Western Athletic Conference 1964, 1968, 1974, 1978, 1994. Media Guide 201314, pp.7576,79. [103] The Lobos returned to the NIT, where they beat Louisiana Tech and Washington State before losing at Virginia, finishing the season 2013. 22 Wyoming. [63] Bridgers had been replaced as AD the year before by John Koenig, who did not believe Colson could take the Lobos to the next level. UNM left the Border Conference in 1951 to join the Mountain States Conference, then known as the Skyline Eight. [119] Against five-seed Syracuse, however, the depleted Lobos shot under 26% and lost to finish the season 248. King then left to become head coach and Athletics Director at Indiana State University. [2][46] The Lobos finished in the top five nationally in attendance 16 times in their first 20 years at The Pit, reaching second five times, and they were in the top ten all but one season through 2002. One stand-out was Kenny Page, a transfer from Ohio State. [204] Rick Majerus, who compiled a 511 record against the Lobos at The Pit, tying him with Don Haskins for most wins by a visiting coach, noted the intensity and dedication of Lobo fans and their knowledge of the game,[207][208] The Pit hosted the 1983 NCAA Final Four, the last time the event was held on a college campus. The Lobos shot their best field goal percentage in a season, .542, placing them second in the nation, and McGee established the still-standing record for assists in a season. The Lobos compete in the Mountain West Conference (MWC) in NCAA Division I, joining as a founding member in 1999. [225] New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson declared May 8, 2008 as "Mike Roberts Appreciation Day" in honor of the sportscaster. Coach Pitino hopes his players were able to learn something from the Lobos. In 197273, the Lobos raced out to a 90 record, including road wins at Oregon State and eventual Southwest Conference champion Texas Tech, leading to their first appearance in the national rankings in nearly four years. Two road losses made them settle for a share of the regular season MWC title, but they again beat ranked SDSU and UNLV to secure the conference tournament championship, the first time they won both titles in a season. The Lobos got to 21-9 Tuesday by defeating. The Lobos finished the season 285, their highest season win total and winning percentage to date. Western Athletic Conference Season Summary. They began the year 111, rising to #8 before losing at #15 UCLA. [42] They also established still-standing records for steals in a season as a team, Greene for steals by a player in a season, and Scarborough for career steals. That means over three thousand players. They went 7414 (.841) from 1967 to 1970, including a 273 season in 196970 in which they were ranked in the top five most of the year, culminating in a Final Four appearance. [163], The 201213 Lobo squad was dominated by juniors and sophomores, though all were veteran contributors, including three returning starters. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Rusty Mitchell, who coached men's gymnastics at The University of New Mexico from 1966-99, passed away over the weekend at the age of 80. [117] The Lobos were swept by #7 Utah, dropping to 174, but they won their last seven games to finish second in conference. Media Guide 201314, pp.67,69,71,77,88. Rebecca Rose Lobo-Rushin (born October 6, 1973) is an American television basketball analyst and former women's basketball player in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) from 1997 to 2003. Fran Fraschilla coached at New Mexico for three seasons, compiling a 5541 (.572) record with three NIT appearances. He remains the Lobo career leader in blocks and blocks per game; second in career field goals made; and the only Lobo to record a triple-double, doing so twice. Thomas tallied 1,158 points and 529 rebounds in his career and ranks third in career field goal percentage. [231], The Lobos have compiled a 1611 record in MWC tournaments, reaching the final six times and winning the championship four times. [10] The Lobos won 165 games with Johnson as head basketball coach, a school record for over 30 years and currently third on its all-time list. [23] Shields finished his career as the third (now fourth) leading scorer in Lobo history and as career leader in three-pointers. [23] Hobson was named as MWC Player of the Year and a third-team All-American. Find out the latest on your favorite NCAAB players on CBSSports . Hobson led the team with 16 points, nine rebounds, and 4.6 assists a game, the only Lobo to ever lead in all three. Craig Neal was associate head coach under Alford for three seasons at Iowa and six seasons at UNM before taking the Lobo helm. [90] Knight recommended Bliss, who had been his assistant at Army and Indiana before serving as head coach at Oklahoma and SMU. His cause of death has not been revealed but Scarborough . They again finished strong, winning nine of their last eleven, including four of five on the road. The scheme also employed a full-court pressing, trapping defense to generate points off of turnovers. 22 San Diego State (22-5, 13-2 . [120] Smith was chosen by the Miami Heat with the 26th pick in the first round of the 1997 NBA draft, playing five seasons in the NBA and several more in Europe. A cause of death was not made public. The University of New Mexico's 50 greatest Men's Lobo basketball players through 2020 1) Mel Daniels PF 65-67 2) Michael Cooper SG 77-78 3) Kenny Thomas PF 96-99 4) Danny Granger SF 04-05 5) Charles Smith SF 94-97 6) Luc Longley C 88-91 7) Ira Harge C 63-64 8) Marvin Johnson SF 77-78 9) Darington Hobson SF 2010 10) Royce Olney SG 96-99 [116] The WAC had expanded to 16 teams in the off-season, and eight WAC teams won at least 20 games. The Lobos stood at 72 after losing to #10 Syracuse, then rattled off 14 straight wins, including a home-and-away sweep of #9 UNLV, pushing them into the national rankings and eventually into the top ten. They began the season 71, losing only at #14 Arizona while sweeping ranked New Mexico State. [63], In their first three seasons under Colson, the Lobos struggled to a 3944 combined record. Petie Gibson. [195] Pitino inherited 6 transfers, including a trio of Power-5 talent in Jaelen House, Jamal Mashburn Jr., and Gethro Muscadin. The day before the NCAA tournament began, UNM announced a 10-year contract extension with Alford; 10 days later, he resigned to take the head coaching position at UCLA. Lobo said she was surprised . The team went on a 410 slide starting with a blowout loss at home to Utah, after which Parmer was dismissed, and culminating with forward Patrick Dennehy shoving teammates and walking off the court during a loss at Air Force. They lost in the first round to #14 Oklahoma State to finish 2010. [7] Basketball was primarily an intramural sport, with occasional games against other schools, including Albuquerque High School, and no regular schedule. [202] Noise levels up to 125 decibels have been measured, close to the pain threshold for the human ear. William C. 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