Clash at Thomas & Mack Center: UNLV Runnin' Rebels to Face Akron Zips

As the UNLV Runnin' Rebels prepare to host the Akron Zips at the Thomas & Mack Center, fans are eager to see if their team can bounce back from recent performances. The upcoming game promises to be a pivotal moment for the Rebels, who have shown both promise and areas in need of improvement in their past games.

In their last outing against the Richmond Spiders, the Rebels fell short with a final score of 65-82. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; they converted free throws with an impressive 83 percent accuracy and fought hard in the paint to secure 28 points. However, their three-point shooting was lackluster at just 28 percent and will need sharpening.

The previous game saw a closer contest against Florida State's Seminoles, where UNLV scored 75 points but conceded 83. Their performance inside was strong with a two-point field goal percentage of nearly 66 percent and they dominated in paint scoring with an impressive tally of 54 points. Yet turnovers proved costly as they gave up possession on fourteen occasions.

A glimmer of hope shone through during their visit to Pepperdine Waves where they secured an emphatic victory scoring 82 points while limiting Waves to just 68. The team showcased efficient shooting from both inside (65 percent on two-point attempts) and beyond the arc (40 percent on three-pointers), coupled with high-pressure defense that resulted in eight steals.

The upcoming match is crucial for UNLV as they aim to capitalize on their strengths while addressing weaknesses such as perimeter shooting consistency and ball handling under pressure. With home-court advantage at Thomas & Mack Center known for its vibrant atmosphere that often energizes the home squad, fans can expect an intense battle.

Mark your calendars for November 29th when these teams face off at midnight local time (3:00 AM ET). Fans unable or unwilling to brave late hours can catch live action via MW Network online broadcasts.