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Cherry Heat CheckLobos Host Aggies in Mountain West Duel - UNM vs Utah St. PreviewWelcome to a new episode of the Cherry Heat Check! New Mexico is set to take on the Utah St. Aggies in a battle in The Pit on Feb. 4, 2026, and Ricky is here to give you all the matchups and numbers to know going into this Mountain West duel of first place teams. We also review the Lobos latest win at San Jose Stadium., 90-80, as Jake Hall poured in 27 points!
2026-02-0431 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Look Strong Halfway Through MWC PlayWelcome in to a new episode of the Cherry Heat Check! Today we check in on the Lobos as they sit tied for second place in the Mountain West at the mid way point. Ricky breaks down the New Mexico win over UNLV, 89-61 and then previews the Lobos next game at San Jose State on Saturday January 31st. The show is wrapped with Ricky’s mid season Mountain West Awards!
2026-01-3028 minCherry Heat CheckAlford and the Wolf Pack Look to Ruin Retro Night for the LobosSteve Alford and the Nevada Wolf Pack are set to face the New Mexico Lobos in a Mountain West clash of 2 teams that come in at 6-2 in conference on January 24, 2026. We will get you prepped for that dog fight in The Pit, after quickly reviewing the Lobos win over Fresno St., 83-74 The show is wrapped up with Lobo Retro thoughts and memories of the legendary 1990's Lobo teams.
2026-01-2323 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Look To Bounce Back vs BulldogsWelcome to a new episode of the Cherry Heat Check! We check in on the Lobos after their tough loss at San Diego St., 83-79. First, we dive into the Mountain West standings and results to see where New Mexico sits. We wrap the show with a little recruiting news regarding Tavid Johnson and a preview of the Lobos next game at home vs Fresno St. on January 21, 2026.
2026-01-2125 minCherry Heat CheckLobos look ready to face the Aztecs in Mountain West BattleWelcome to a new episode of the Cherry Heat Check! Today we check in on the New Mexico Lobos after their conference win at home over GCU, 87-64. The Lobos are now set to face San Diego St on Jan. 17 and we provide a full preview of the matchup with the Aztecs in the second half of the pod.
2026-01-1630 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Head Home to Host Lopes in MWC ShowdownWelcome to a new episode of the Cherry Heat Check! Today we check in on the Lobos after their latest win at Air Force. We bounce around the Mountain West Conference and then preview New Mexico's home matchup with Grand Canyon on January 13, 2026. We wrap the show with some Jaelen House news.
2026-01-1325 minCherry Heat CheckNew Mexico Shuts Down CSU and Rolls on to Air ForceWelcome to the Cherry Heat Check. In this episode we break down the latest Mountain West scores from around the conference, review the Lobos latest win over CSU in Fort Collins, and look forward to UNM's next game with Air Force. Ricky also gives his thoughts on Luke Haupt and Chris Howell.
2026-01-0820 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Bounce Back vs Wyoming after Loss in BoiseHappy New Year! We dive into the Lobos latest 78-58 win over Wyoming on January 3, 2026. Then we preview the Lobos next road matchup with the Colorado St. Rams. Then we take a look around the Mountain West Conference to see what all the other teams have been up to!
2026-01-0521 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Roll into Boise for Road ChallengeWelcome to a new episode of the Cherry Heat Check. First, some thoughts on the departure of New Mexico Athletic Director, Fernando Lovo. Then a quick breakdown of the Lobos 88-65 win ver San Jose St to open conference play. Followed by a preview of the Lobos at Boise St on Dec. 30th. Show is wrapped with Lobo recruiting news!
2025-12-3023 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Prep for Last Dance In the Mountain West As We Know itOn this episode of the Cherry Heat Check we get you prepped for Mountain West Conference play with guest Nick Urias. Ricky breaks down the Lobos win over FGCU before he is joined by Nick for a Mountain West discussion. The guys talk biggest surprises in the conference so far and things that have stood out. The show ends with a preview of the game on 12/20/25 when San Jose St. visits New Mexico.
2025-12-1947 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Shock VCU 81-78 for Huge Road WinThe New Mexico Lobos knock off the VCU Rams on the road, and we're here to break down the big time win. Ricky dives into how the Lobos were able to hang on down the stretch and what gave them the edge in the game. We also look at Jake Hall's record setting pace from the 3 point line and look ahead to New Mexico's matchup with Florida Gulf Coast.
2025-12-1225 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Roll Santa Clara and Move on to VCUOn this episode we check in on the Lobos after their blowout win in The Pit vs Santa Clara, 98-71. Ricky dives into how New Mexico was able to play their best game of the season so far. Then the upcoming matchup of UNM at VCU is previewed, as we jump into what makes the Rams a threat, and what to expect in the game on December 10, 2025.
2025-12-0926 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Prep for Big Test vs Santa ClaraThe Cherry Heat Check is back! In this episode we check in on the Lobos latest wins vs Alabama St. and New Mexico Highlands. Then we deep dive into Santa Clara and everything that the will be bringing with their 8-1 record to The Pit for a great Non Conference hoops matchup.
2025-12-0529 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check - Lobos Bounce Back in HOF TourneyThe Cherry Heat Check is back to catch up on the Lobos big win over Mississippi St. in the Hall of Fame Classic. We discuss the Lobo losses to NMSU and Nebraska, along with the Deyton Albury flagrant foul heard round the world. Then we dig into the UNM win over Mississippi St. led by Tomislav Buljan, and what the Lobos now have to build on.
2025-11-2520 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check - Rio Grande Rivalry 2025 Preview UNM at NMSURicky is joined by New Mexico St. reporter and podcaster, Marshall Mecham, to preview the New Mexico at NM State game on November 15, 2025. They break down the key players for the Aggies and how they will match up with the Lobos. Ricky ends the episode by giving his thoughts on the Lobos win over UC Riverside and what he likes about the team thus far.
2025-11-1423 minCherry Heat CheckLobos Shut Down East Texas A&M 76-54The New Mexico Lobos basketball team and Coach Eric Olen get their first win of the 2025-26 season. Ricky breaks down his biggest takeaways from the game vs East Texas A&M. Show is wrapped up with roster news and quick preview of the upcoming game vs UT Arlington.
2025-11-0623 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 15 - 2025-26 Mountain West Tip Off with guest Nick UriasSan Jose St. media member, Nick Urias, joins the show to break down his biggest takeaways from his time at Mountain West Media Day 2025, and gives us insight on what the 2025-26 season will hold for all 11 teams. Ricky wraps up the show with a review of the New Mexico Lobos final exhibition win vs Northern Arizona.
2025-10-3154 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Podcast - Episode 14 - Media DazeThe Pod is back to give reaction on Mountain West Media Day 2025 in Las Vegas. We also deep dive into the New Mexico roster and review player expectations. A preview of the Washington St. vs UNM exhibition game wraps up the show.
2025-10-2451 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check - Episode 13 - Lobos Schedule is SetWelcome to the Cherry Heat Check! In this episode we break down the Lobos 25-26 schedule and discuss Coach Olen's latest interview on the Burning Sage Podcast. We also review the latest addition to the Lobo basketball coaching staff and a recruiting visit that took place in Albuquerque last week.
2025-09-1254 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 12 - Talents on DisplayThe Cherry Heat Check, checks in on all things Lobos Basketball. Nelly Jr. Joseph in Summer League, Timeo Pons highlights, GCU addition to the Mountain West, Lobo Number news, and more!
2025-07-2221 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 11 - Summer 'Bo BondingThe New Look Lobos are on campus and on the basketball court, and we are here to give our takes on all of it. Ricky and Joe discuss Coach Olen's interview on The Field of 68 and what we would write on his Starbuck's cup. We give our early thoughts on potential roles and starters for the University of New Mexico Lobos in 2025.
2025-06-2044 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check - Episode 10 - Mountain West Expansion in 2025?Welcome to the Cherry Heat Check. This week we break down the latest additions to the Lobos basketball roster and additions/subtractions to the Mountain West Conference that could be happening sooner than later. Ricky is joined by Daren Sweet, a Grand Canyon University graduate and operator of the Lopes Hoop News X/Twitter profile, to break down what the Lopes will be bringing to the Mountain West.
2025-06-0346 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 9 - Springing into the UnknownRicky is joined by Joe from Ohio to discuss the latest Lobo Basketball signings of Deyton Albury and Tajavis Miller. They break down what it takes for a Mid Major team to be successful in today's college basketball world, and if the Lobos roster will have what it takes to compete. Stay locked in with the Cherry Heat Check!
2025-05-0943 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 8 - Numbers GameWe break down the recent Lobo signings of JT Rock and Luke Haupt. Ricky is joined by Joe from Ohio to break down the new players and potential transfer targets for Lobo basketball including Deyton Albury and Aidan Mahaney amongst others! Stay locked in with the Cherry Heat Check!
2025-04-2945 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 7 - Portal Patience Paying Off?We get caught up on the latest Lobo Players and Coaches to join the basketball teams! We also hit on some football and other athletics news!
2025-04-2124 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 6 - New found funds and Roster BuildingWe discuss the 11 Million dollars UNM received for football stadium renovations and how it could be used. We also catch up on all the latest Lobo basketball signees! Lobos land Antonio Chol!
2025-04-1337 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 5 - Steep Expectations for Coach OlenThe UNM Lobos have hired Eric Olen as their 23rd head basketball coach, and we're here to talk about what we expect with the new roster, staff, and basketball philosophy.
2025-04-0531 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 4 - Lobo State of the Union after Pitino ExitsWe catch up on the latest Lobo news and discuss Richard Pitino leaving to Xavier, the exit of Donovan Dent, and what lies ahead for Lobo basketball.
2025-03-2730 min
Cherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 3 - Lobos Therapy - UNM falls to Sparty 71-63 in the NCAA TournamentCherry Heat Check Episode 3 - Lobos Therapy - UNM falls to Sparty 71-63 in the NCAA Tournament. Ricky breaks down the game and the future for UNM.
2025-03-2431 minCherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check Episode 2 - Lobos win in the NCAA Tournament vs Marquette 75-66Cherry Heat Check Episode 2 - Lobos win in the NCAA Tournament vs Marquette 75-66 and move on to face Michigan State. We're here to break down all the Lobo action.
2025-03-2230 min
Cherry Heat CheckCherry Heat Check - Lobos face Marquette in the Big Dance.Unofficial Lobo Basketball podcast previewing the Lobos game vs Marquette in the NCAA Tournament.
2025-03-2036 min