Often in sports, when something bad happens, the broadcasters say that the player(s) affected by it need to have a short memory. Forget about the negative and move on. Others suggest that the players should use those moments to draw from and improve on the performance. For the Lobos (15-4, 4-2), now is probably the…… Continue Reading »
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UNM Basketball: Lobos move forward as they take on Colorado State
Just when it looked like the situation might improve for the Lobos (15-3, 4-1), the team was dealt yet another blow. After a brief return to the court, forward Carlton Bragg Jr. was dismissed from the team after being arrested on suspicion of DWI and possession of marijuana. Bragg’s dismissal, and the continued suspension of…… Continue Reading »
Carlton Bragg Arrested and Charged with DWI
The 2019-20 season has been a tumultuous year for Carlton Bragg Jr, with a three-game suspension for off-field issues. His off-field issues went from bad to worse. According to an article by Geoff Grammer of the Albuquerque Journal and first reported by DiaDeLobos via Twitter, Bragg was arrested early Sunday morning and charged with aggravated…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos go for 12-0 at home against Air Force
After the inexplicable loss to San Jose State, the Lobos (14-3, 3-1) needed to make a statement against Fresno State. Despite another slow start from UNM, Vance Jackson would take over and lead the Lobos to a 14 point victory over the Bulldogs, 78-64. The redshirt-junior finished the night with 29 points and 13 rebounds,…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos try to bounce back against Fresno State
Sometimes things happen in sports that defy explanation. Sometimes, the other team wants it more. Most times, though, it comes down to being outplayed. It’s hard to say which of these things was the deciding factor in the Lobo (13-3, 2-1) loss to San José State last week. After surrendering a 14 point lead, the…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Carlton Bragg reinstated and can rejoin team
The Lobos were left searching for answers after a disappointing road loss to San Jose State on New Year’s Day. UNM entered the game with a 13-2 record and an eight-game win streak. There were a few reasons why the Lobos lost to the Spartans, including too many turnovers and mistakes in key moments of…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos close out 2019 against UC Davis
It’s been a tumultuous week for the Lobos (12-2, 2-0) to say the least. After the announcement by UNM Athletic Director Eddie Nunez of the indefinite suspensions of Carlton Bragg and JJ Caldwell, two integral members of the team, UNM struggled early to find their rhythm against Houston Baptist. Without the duo, the Lobos trailed…… Continue Reading »
Carlton Bragg and J.J. Caldwell Suspended
According to a tweet by Geoff Grammar of the Albuquerque Journal, Carlton Bragg and J.J. Caldwell will not play against Houston Baptist today for disciplinary reasons. Per Grammer’s report, the infractions are not related, and both players could miss an extended period of time. Bragg leads UNM with 10.8 rebounds per game and is second…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos host Houston Baptist as perfect December rolls on
It would be easy to look at the Lobos’ (11-2, 2-9) upcoming game against the Houston Baptist Huskies (0-9, 0-1) and write it off as an easy win. In all honesty, it’s hard to look at it any other way. If UNM were to lose, it would be one of the most improbable results of…… Continue Reading »
UNM Basketball: Lobos try for six in a row as they host Grand Canyon
Basketball, like all sports, is a game of numbers. The Lobos (10-2, 2-0) are in the midst of their best start to a season since the 2012-13 campaign. They’ve already completed a season sweep of the Aggies, upended their first Power 5 school since 2012, and opened their conference schedule with two wins. In this…… Continue Reading »