The University of New Mexico men's basketball team's NCAA Tournament run ended Sunday in the second round with a loss to Michigan State, but the Lobos will remain in the news cycle for the foreseeable future.

In the latest episode of The New Mexican Sports Den, sports writers Will Webber and James Barron talk about the rumors surrounding Richard Pitino, whose name has been linked to jobs at Villanova, West Virginia, Xavier and more. They also talk about stars Donovan Dent and Tru Washington entering the transfer portal. 

Will shares stories about his time covering the Lobos in Cleveland, including Rick Pitino pestering him for updates on the Colorado State-Maryland game while Will was trying to cover Lobos-Spartans. Will gushes about Rocket Arena, and he and James review why The Pit can't host NCAA Tournament games anymore.

The guys also talk about the future of the Mountain West as it deals with the upcoming loss of some of its stronger programs, and how that could impact the Lobos.

The University of New Mexico men's basketball team's NCAA Tournament run ended Sunday in the second round with a loss to Michigan State, but the Lobos will remain in the news cycle for the foreseeable future.
In the latest episode of The New Mexican Sports Den, sports writers Will Webber and James Barron talk about the rumors surrounding Richard Pitino, whose name has been linked to jobs at Villanova, West Virginia, Xavier and more. They also talk about stars Donovan Dent and Tru Washington entering the transfer portal.&nbsp;
Will shares stories about his time covering the Lobos in Cleveland, including Rick Pitino pestering him for updates on the Colorado State-Maryland game while Will was trying to cover Lobos-Spartans. Will gushes about Rocket Arena, and he and James review why The Pit can't host NCAA Tournament games anymore.
The guys also talk about the future of the Mountain West as it deals with the upcoming loss of some of its stronger programs, and how that could impact the Lobos.

Hosted by award-winning sports scribes Will Webber and James Barron, The New Mexican Sports Den podcast provides coverage of the local sports scene in Northern New Mexico with a focus on prep sports and the University of New Mexico Lobos. Dialed into the New Mexico sports landscape for decades, Will and James share their insight on the latest developments from season to season. They also welcome guests for lively and colorful conversations.   
The New Mexican Sports Den with Will and James is a production of The Santa Fe New Mexican.

Hosted by award-winning sports scribes Will Webber and James Barron, The New Mexican Sports Den podcast provides coverage of the local sports scene in Northern New Mexico with a focus on prep sports and the University of New Mexico Lobos. Dialed into the New Mexico sports landscape for decades, Will and James share their insight on the latest developments from season to season. They also welcome guests for lively and colorful conversations.&nbsp;&nbsp; The New Mexican Sports Den with Will and James is a production of&nbsp;The Santa Fe New Mexican.

The New Mexican Sports Den with Will and James

Hosted by award-winning sports scribes Will Webber and James Barron, The New Mexican Sports Den podcast provides coverage of the local sports scene in Northern New Mexico with a focus on prep sports and the University of New Mexico Lobos. Dialed into the New Mexico sports landscape for decades, Will and James share their insight on the latest developments from season to season. They also welcome guests for lively and colorful conversations.  

The New Mexican Sports Den with Will and James is a production of The Santa Fe New Mexican.

Hosted by award-winning sports scribes Will Webber and James Barron, The New Mexican Sports Den podcast provides coverage of the local sports scene in Northern New Mexico with a focus on prep sports and the University of New Mexico Lobos. Dialed into the New Mexico sports landscape for decades, Will and James share their insight on the latest developments from season to season. They also welcome guests for lively and colorful conversations.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The New Mexican Sports Den with Will and James is a production of&nbsp;The Santa Fe New Mexican.

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