New Mexico State University (NMSU) has failed to get the desired result in their first nine WAC matches. The 0-9 start, their first since the 1954-55 Border Athletic Conference season, has put their season at a crossroads. Meanwhile, Stephen F. Austin (SFA) has been impressing this season and currently holds a record of 15-7 and is top of the WAC standings with a record of 7-2. The Lumberjacks boast the No.1 team in turnover average and steals per game, and Latrell Jossell and Nigel Hawkins each average more than 10 points per game.

Still, NMSU are looking to their offensive firepower to get them the win. Jamal Mashburn Jr. has been cooking lately and averages 23.5 points, the second highest in the nation for jumpers made off the dribble. The