Lobos maximize preseason games with Big 12 and Pac-12 opponents
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
College SportsThe University of New Mexico men's basketball team has utilized the new NCAA rule allowing three exhibition games against Division I opponents. Coach Eric Olen emphasized the importance of these matchups, which included games against Oklahoma State, Arizona State, and Washington State, in preparing for the upcoming nonconference season. The new approach also allowed the UNM administration to innovate, introducing the Power Ford Tip-Off Series, which attracted an average of 6,808 fans. The series aims to boost attendance and revenue during the preseason, with a plan to continue hosting quality opponents in the future. UNM's attendance figures exceeded those of other Mountain West schools, illustrating their successful strategy during the exhibition season.
- •UNM played three exhibition games this preseason against Division I teams.
- •The Power Ford Tip-Off Series averaged 6,808 fans per game.
- •Exhibitions included contests against Oklahoma State and Arizona State.
- •New strategies aimed at revenue generation and community involvement.
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Lobos confident they maximized preseason opportunities — on and off the court
"With the NCAA now allowing three exhibition games in the men’s basketball preseason, and each of those games being allowed to be played against Division I opponents, UNM coaches and administrators tried to take full advantage of the opportunity. For Lobo basketball coach Eric Olen and Co., three exhibition games against two Big 12 schools (at Oklahoma State and vs. Arizona State) and one Pac ...
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