Can New Mexico author a repeat? That's the Lobos' task Thursday night when they make the trip to Moraga, Calif., for a nonconference contest against No. 23 Saint Mary's. It will be the second straight season New Mexico (1-0) has made the trek to Northern California. The Lobos enjoyed a successful journey last year as they stopped the Gaels' 23-game home winning streak with a 69-65 decision, part of a 14-0 start that briefly got New Mexico ranked in the Top 25. New Mexico tuned up for the rematch by walloping Texas Southern 92-55 on Monday night in its season opener in Albuquerque. Jamal Mashburn Jr. led a balanced scoring attack with 15 points, while Donovan Dent added 12. Braden Appelhans and JT Toppin each tallied 11 points, with Toppin adding a game-high nine rebounds. It was the largest margin of victory for the Lobos vs. a Division I foe under third-year coach Richard Pitino. Eleven players scored at least four points for New Mexico, which shot 44.8 percent from the field and converted 10 3-pointers while committing only nine turnovers. The Lobos' defense limited Texas Southern to 29.4 percent field-goal shooting and earned a 53-37 advantage on the glass. These teams do not play that often, however New Mexico won this game last time out and we think the Gaels hear that from boosters, and show up here with old school revenge, and we like St Mary's here.