UNLV Runnin' Rebels Clash with Carroll College Fighting Saints at Thomas & Mack Center in Men's Basketball Showdown
As the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Runnin' Rebels prepare to host the Carroll College Fighting Saints at the Thomas & Mack Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its recent performance trends. The upcoming game on December 31st promises to be an exciting matchup in a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and strong home-court advantage.
The UNLV Runnin' Rebels have shown a mix of resilience and areas for improvement over their past games. In a nail-biting encounter against Saint Mary's Gaels, the Rebels scored 67 points but fell short by just two points in a game that extended into double overtime. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; they demonstrated tenacity and an ability to force turnovers, scoring 19 points off them.
However, consistency has been an issue. The team shot only 33 percent from the field and struggled from beyond the arc with just 21 percent three-point shooting accuracy. Free throws were a silver lining as they hit roughly 76 percent from the line.
In contrast, during their home victory against Creighton Bluejays, UNLV showcased what they're capable of when firing on all cylinders – securing a comfortable win with 79 points while shooting an impressive 53 percent overall and an exceptional 46 percent from three-point range. Their defense was also noteworthy as they tallied up eleven steals contributing to crucial turnovers.
Their most recent game saw them narrowly defeated by Loyola Marymount Lions with a scoreline of 75-78. Once again demonstrating offensive prowess by shooting nearly 48 percent from the field but falling slightly short defensively.
As we look ahead to their confrontation with Carroll College Fighting Saints at Thomas & Mack Center – known for its raucous Rebel support – it will be crucial for UNLV to capitalize on their home-court advantage and maintain offensive efficiency while tightening up defensively.
Fans can catch this anticipated end-of-year clash live on MW Network or attend in person at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on December 31st at eight o'clock local time (20:00 UTC).