It is that time once again, fans of the New Mexico Lobos are rejoicing, it is basketball season. And the 2021-22 UNM men’s team have a lot of excitement surrounding it just days before the season opens. With a new head coach, new players, and a return to play inside The Pit, this season is one of the most anticipated on record for UNM and their beloved men’s basketball team.
New Man on The Bench
New Mexico will begin the 2021-22 season with a brand-new head coach. Well, brand-new to the program. On March 16th of this year, UNM hired Richard Pitino as the new head basketball coach, taking over for Paul Weir who resigned following last season.