New Mexico Stuns Marquette to End 13-Year NCAA Tournament Drought

The Lobos' 75-66 victory marked their first tournament win since 2012 and set a historic milestone for the Pitino coaching family.

The No. 10-seed New Mexico Lobos defeated No. 7-seed Marquette 75-66 in the first round of the 2025 NCAA Tournament.
Donovan Dent led New Mexico with 21 points, including key contributions during a decisive 10-0 second-half run.
Richard Pitino and his father Rick Pitino became the first father-son coaching duo to reach the Round of 32 in March Madness history.
New Mexico advanced to the second round for the first time since 2012 and will face either Michigan State or Bryant on Sunday.
David Joplin led Marquette with 28 points, but the Golden Eagles fell short after multiple lead changes in the second half.