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UNLV Runnin' Rebels Dominate at Jenny Craig Pavilion Against San Diego Toreros

In a display of offensive firepower, the UNLV Runnin' Rebels outpaced the San Diego Toreros with a commanding 95-78 victory. The Runnin' Rebels now boast an impressive record, while the Toreros grapple with their own standing after this encounter. The final score reflects the dominance of the visiting team throughout the game.


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At Jenny Craig Pavilion, fans witnessed a high-scoring affair as the UNLV Runnin' Rebels showcased their offensive capabilities against their opponents. In an impressive first half, UNLV set a strong pace with 49 points and continued to apply pressure in the second half by adding another 46 points to seal their victory.


The Runnin' Rebels were efficient from beyond the arc, sinking 13 three-pointers at an impressive rate of 48 percent. Their shooting prowess was not limited to long-range efforts; they also excelled inside by converting 56 percent of two-point attempts and scoring 30 points in paint. Free throws were another area where UNLV capitalized, making 20 out of their total attempts.


Defensively, UNLV was just as formidable. They amassed five blocks and ten steals over the course of play, disrupting San Diego's rhythm and converting defensive plays into fast break opportunities that resulted in 31 fast break points for UNLV.


The team's collective effort was evident through its distribution of assists; they tallied up to 19 assists which contributed significantly to their scoring tally. Moreover, despite committing only eleven turnovers themselves, they managed to capitalize on San Diego's mistakes by scoring nineteen points off turnovers.


On rebounding duties, both teams were neck-and-neck with UNLV grabbing a total of thirty-one rebounds compared to San Diego's thirty-three rebounds. However, it was clear that every possession mattered as each team fought hard on both ends of the court.


The Toreros put forth a valiant effort despite falling short on home turf. They improved their output in the second half by netting fifty points but could not overcome UNLV’s lead established early on in playtime. With personal fouls reaching nineteen for San Diego compared to thirteen for UNLV and one player being fouled out from San Diego’s side underscored some challenges faced during gameplay.


Looking ahead for fans eager to follow more action-packed basketball featuring The University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) Runnin’ Rebels – mark your calendars! The next game is scheduled against Hawai'i Warriors at Dollar Loan Center located in Henderson NV on December eight at seven PM Pacific Time (10 PM Eastern Time). This upcoming match will be broadcasted live via YouTube for all supporters who wish to tune in remotely and cheer on The University’s talented athletes as they take on new challengers.

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