Fresno State Bulldogs Outrun UNLV Runnin' Rebels in a Save Mart Center Shootout

First Half

The Fresno State Bulldogs and the UNLV Runnin' Rebels clashed at the Save Mart Center, with both teams entering the game with a 0-0 record. The first half was a high-scoring affair, ending with both teams neck and neck at 49-50. The Dogs showcased their offensive prowess, shooting an impressive 59 percent from the field. Jake Heidbreder led the charge for Fresno State, contributing significantly to their scoring efforts.

On the other side of the court, UNLV's fast-paced play kept them competitive throughout. They managed to capitalize on turnovers and scored 11 fast break points in this period alone.

Second Half

As the second half unfolded, Fresno State continued to demonstrate their offensive efficiency by maintaining a field goal percentage of 59 percent. Zaon Collins played a pivotal role in orchestrating plays and keeping up pressure on defense with his quick hands leading to steals.

UNLV fought back valiantly but struggled against Fresno's relentless attack. Despite their best efforts, including an effective three-point shooting percentage of 39 percent, they couldn't close out against Fresno's lead.

Final Whistle

The game concluded with Fresno State edging out UNLV by a narrow margin of 98-96. This victory marked an important start for the Bulldogs as they look forward to building momentum this season.

In terms of individual performances from previous games that carried over into this match-up: Wilson Jacques stood out defensively while also adding crucial points when needed; Bastien Rieber provided depth off-the-bench contributing efficiently across various metrics which bolstered team dynamics during critical moments; Cameron Faas displayed versatility impacting both ends effectively within limited minutes showcasing potential growth opportunities moving forward into future contests like upcoming Nevada Wolf Pack face-off scheduled February 7th at Lawlor Events Center available via MW Network streaming service online starting promptly around evening time slot (10 PM EST).

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