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Can Nevada Wolf Pack Outplay UNLV Runnin' Rebels at Thomas & Mack Center?

As the Nevada Wolf Pack prepare to face off against the UNLV Runnin' Rebels at the Thomas & Mack Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance. The upcoming clash on February 18 is not just another game; it's a battle for supremacy that could set the tone for the rest of the season.


Jan 28, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack guard Daniel Foster (20) pulls in a rebound against the UNLV Runnin' Rebels in the first half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

The NEV has been on a roll, showcasing their ability to dominate both ends of the court. Their previous game against TCU Horned Frogs ended in an 83-68 victory, with a remarkable display of offensive firepower and defensive prowess. The team shot an impressive 53 percent from the field and an even more striking 79 percent from the free-throw line. With eight steals and only six turnovers, NEV demonstrated that they could take care of the ball while applying pressure on defense.


In another notable performance against Temple Owls, NEV secured an emphatic 80-56 win. Dominating points in paint with 40 and capitalizing on second-chance points with a significant margin shows their strength under the basket. A solid defensive effort was also evident as they racked up six blocks and seven steals, further highlighting their all-around capabilities.


Jan 28, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; UNLV Runnin' Rebels guard EJ Harkless (55) dribbles around Nevada Wolf Pack center Will Baker (50) in the second half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

Against Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors, despite a closer scoreline at 72-66, NEV's resilience shone through once again. They maintained a steady two-point shooting percentage of 49 percent while converting free throws at an enviable rate of 83 percent.


What stands out about NEV is not just their scoring ability but also how they distribute points across halves consistently while keeping personal fouls in check – showing discipline without sacrificing aggression.


Jan 28, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; UNLV Runnin' Rebels guard Keshon Gilbert (10) dribbles around Nevada Wolf Pack guard Kenan Blackshear (13) in the second half at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

The UNLV Runnin' Rebels will be no pushovers in their home court; however, given NEV's recent form and statistics like field goal percentages hovering around mid-fifties and three-point conversions nearly half as often as attempts suggest that they have what it takes to outshoot UNLV.


With this upcoming game being held at Las Vegas's own Thomas & Mack Center, it promises to be an electrifying encounter where fans can expect high-intensity basketball from tip-off till final buzzer.


Fans should mark their calendars for February 18th when these two teams lock horns at midnight local time (4:30 AM Eastern Time). The match will be broadcast nationally on CBS Sports Network channel number 221 for those who want to catch every moment live from anywhere across America.

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