ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Interstat) — The New Mexico Lobos look to continue their strong start to the season when they host the Tennessee-Martin Skyhawks in a non-conference women’s basketball game Thursday.

The Lobos (4-1) return to The Pit after a dominant 77-45 road victory over rival New Mexico State on Sunday. Nayli Padilla led the way with 14 points and six rebounds, while Cacia Antonio added 10 points and seven boards. New Mexico’s only loss came against a Power Five opponent, Colorado, on Nov. 6.

Tennessee-Martin (1-2) arrives after a decisive 79-39 win over Fisk on Sunday. Zakheria Thompson scored 19 points in that contest, and Kenley McCarn added 12 points and six assists. The Skyhawks’ other two games were narrow losses to North Alabama and Tennessee.

The game marks the first meeting between the programs. Following this contest, New Mexico will host Texas Tech on Sunday, while Tennessee-Martin travels to face UTEP on Saturday.