Fresno State Bulldogs to Face UNLV Runnin' Rebels at Las Vegas' Thomas & Mack Center

As the Fresno State Bulldogs prepare to face off against the UNLV Runnin' Rebels at the Thomas & Mack Center, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from a string of challenging games. The Bulldogs have shown moments of brilliance but have also been plagued by inconsistencies that could be their downfall in this upcoming match.

In their last game on December 23 against the San Francisco Dons, Fresno State struggled defensively, allowing 77 points and suffering from a low assists turnover ratio of 0.33. Their three-point shooting was particularly concerning, with only a 17 percent success rate from beyond the arc. This lackluster performance resulted in a significant loss for FRES, despite scoring an impressive 30 points in the paint.

However, there is hope for redemption as we look back at FRES's game on December 19 against Portland State Vikings. The Bulldogs displayed resilience by pushing the game into overtime and showcasing better defensive prowess with six blocks and seven steals. Their two-point field goal percentage was strong at around 53 percent, indicating efficiency inside but still leaving room for improvement on turnovers and free throw accuracy.

The most recent home victory over Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners on December 16 should serve as a blueprint for success. Despite winning by just three points, FRES demonstrated what they're capable of when they execute well offensively – shooting nearly 50 percent from the field and converting two-thirds of their two-point attempts.

For FRES to come out victorious against UNLV Runnin' Rebels, they must capitalize on their strengths: scoring in the paint and maintaining solid defense without fouling out key players. They'll need to improve ball handling to reduce turnovers significantly and sharpen up their free-throw shooting – both areas where they've shown vulnerability recently.

UNLV will not make it easy; they are known for being formidable opponents with an aggressive style that could exploit any lapses in concentration or effort from FRES. Therefore, discipline will be crucial for Fresno State if they want to secure a win away from home.

The scheduled clash between these two teams is set for January 30th at 8:00 PM local time (PST) at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Fans can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network channel number 221 as both teams vie for supremacy on court amidst high expectations.