Lobo Basketball Rumors: What We Know

Lobo basketball fans are always looking for the latest news and rumors. Here’s what we know about the team so far.

Introduction

It’s no secret that the University of New Mexico men’s basketball team has been one of the most successful programs in the Mountain West Conference over the past few seasons.

The Lobos have won three regular season conference titles and two conference tournament championships in the past four years, and they’ve made three straight appearances in the NCAA tournament

With all of that success, it’s no surprise that there have been rumors swirling lately about the possibility of the Lobos moving up to a bigger conference.

So what do we know about these rumors? Here’s a rundown of everything we’ve heard so far.

The coaching staff

It’s been a while since we’ve talked about the Lobos Basketball Program Let’s catch up on the latest rumors regarding the Coaching Staff

The players

To date, only three Lobos have announced their intention to transfer. junior college transfer Rod Brown will leave the program, as will redshirt freshman Makuach Maluach and walk-on Liam Potter.

The schedule

The official schedule has not been released yet, but we do know that the Lobos will open their season at home against Cal State Northridge on Nov. 10. They will play 14 non-conference games before beginning Mountain West play on Jan. 4 at home against UNLV.

The opponents

It’s no secret that the University of New Mexico Lobos men’s Basketball team has had a rough season. They’ve been plagued by injuries, and their record shows it. But fans are still hopeful that the team can turn things around in the post-season. And with rumors swirling about who the Lobos will face in the first round of the NCAA Tournament there’s plenty to speculate about.

The most likely scenario has the Lobos facing off against the University of Arizona Wildcats in the first round. This would be a rematch of last year’s first round game, which the Wildcats won handily. But with Arizona having lost some Key Players from that team, and the Lobos being at home, fans are hopeful that this could be a different story.

Another possibility is that the Lobos could face off against the University of Wyoming Cowboys. This would be a tough matchup, as Wyoming is currently second in the Mountain West Conference But with UNM’s recent wins over some tough teams, they know they can compete with anyone.

So while we don’t know for sure who the Lobos will be playing in the NCAA tournament we do know it will be a tough opponent no matter who it is. And we also know that Lobos fans will be behind their team no matter what.

The fans

Lobo basketball fans are some of the most passionate in the country. They love their team and they love to talk about their team. And when it comes to rumors, they are always on the lookout for the latest news and gossip.

So, what do we know about the latest rumors surrounding the Lobos? Here’s a quick rundown:

-There is talk that the Lobos may be interested in hiring former UNLV Head Coach Dave Rice as an Assistant Coach
-There have been reports that the Lobos are looking at potentially hiring Tulsa head coach Frank Haith as their next Head Coach
-There is also speculation that the Lobos may be interested in hiring Wichita State Head coach Gregg Marshall as their next head coach

The media

The media has been reporting that the Lobo basketball team is in hot water It is rumored that the team has been involved in some sort of hazing or bullying. The school has not confirmed or denied these rumors, but they are being taken seriously. The team has been suspended from play while the school investigates the matter.

The facilities

The University of New Mexico’s men’s Basketball team the Lobos, have been the subject of many rumors lately. One of the biggest rumors surrounds the team’s facilities.

There have been reports that the Lobos are planning to build a new practice facility. This rumor has been met with mixed reactions from fans and alumni. Some are excited about the possibility of the Lobos getting a new facility, while others are concerned about how it will be funded.

At this point, there is no confirmation that the Lobos are actually planning to build a new practice facility. However, it is something that has been discussed by the team’s coaching staff and administration. So, while nothing is set in stone, it is definitely something to keep an eye on in the future.

The tradition

The Lobo Basketball Program has a storied tradition, dating back to the 1950s. The team has won numerous conference and National Championships and produced some of the game’s biggest stars. In recent years however, the team has struggled, missing the NCAA tournament for the past four seasons. The 2017-18 squad finished with a disappointing 14-18 record.

With the 18-19 season fast approaching, fans are hopeful that the team can turn things around. There have been a number of rumors swirling about the program in recent months. Here’s a look at what we know:

The recruiting

It seems like every day there’s a new rumor about the Lobo basketball team Who’s transferring? Who’s considering leaving early for the NBA? Who’s the new head coach going to be?

With all of the uncertainty, it can be hard to keep up with what’s going on. So, we’ve decided to put together a Rumors Roundup to help you keep track of all the latest gossip.

Here’s what we know:

The Recruiting:
There have been rumors that the Lobos are losing out on some key recruits, but it’s still early in the process and anything can happen. Coach Paul Weir has said that he’s focused on building a team that can compete for championships, so we’ll see if that philosophy pays off in the long run.

The Transfers:
It looks like there could be some movement on the transfer front, with a few players reportedly looking to leave the program. As always, we’ll keep you updated on any developments.

The Coaching Search:
With Coach Weir’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, there has been speculation about who might replace him if he does not return. The names being mentioned as potential candidates include former UNLV head coach Dave Rice and current New Mexico State head coach Chris Jans