Clash at Footprint Center: UNLV Runnin' Rebels Face Saint Mary's Gaels in Men's Basketball Showdown

As the UNLV Runnin' Rebels prepare to face off against the Saint Mary's Gaels at the Footprint Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trends. The upcoming game promises to be a thrilling encounter in Phoenix, with both teams looking to assert dominance on the court.

The Rebels have shown a strong offensive presence in their past games. In their most recent match against Creighton Bluejays, they secured a convincing win with 79 points, showcasing an impressive field goal percentage of 53 and an even more remarkable three-point percentage of 46. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at an outstanding 3.8, indicating efficient ball handling and teamwork.

However, it wasn't just offense where UNLV excelled; defensively they were just as potent. They managed to rack up 11 steals and limited turnovers to six while also maintaining a solid defensive rebounding presence with 22 boards.

In contrast, the game against Loyola Marymount Lions was tighter, ending in a narrow loss for the Rebels despite putting up a valiant fight. They scored 75 points but fell short by three points. The team still demonstrated strong shooting from beyond the arc with a three-point percentage of 39 and continued their trend of high assists with fifteen for that game.

The matchup at Footprint Center will test UNLV's ability to maintain these statistical trends while adapting to playing away from home turf. Fans can expect an energetic contest as both teams vie for victory in this non-conference game.

Supporters should mark their calendars for December 17th when these two teams collide on ESPN+. Tip-off is scheduled for midnight UTC (Coordinated Universal Time), which translates into local viewing times depending on your time zone—make sure not to miss out on what is set up to be an exciting basketball spectacle!