UNLV Runnin' Rebels Edge Past Akron Zips at Thomas & Mack Center

In a closely contested encounter at the Thomas & Mack Center, the UNLV Runnin' Rebels emerged victorious over the Akron Zips with a final score of 72-70. The UNLV Runnin' Rebels now hold an even record, while the Akron Zips fall to an identical tally.

The game was marked by intense competition and several lead changes, with neither team able to secure a significant advantage throughout. The UNLV Runnin' Rebels started strong in the first half, putting up 41 points against the Zips' 31. However, in a reversal of fortunes during the second half, it was Akron that surged ahead with 39 points to UNLV's 31.

The home team showcased their offensive skills by shooting an impressive 48 percent from the field and making half of their two-point attempts. They also demonstrated accuracy from beyond the arc with a three-point shooting percentage of 45. Their efforts were bolstered by their ability to convert turnovers into points, scoring 16 off Akron's giveaways.

Defensively, both teams were evenly matched with each recording seven blocks and committing thirteen personal fouls. However, it was in steals where UNLV showed superiority by claiming twelve compared to Akron's seven.

UNLV's teamwork shone through as they notched up twenty assists on thirty made field goals—an assist-to-turnover ratio of about one point four—highlighting their effective ball movement against Akron's nineteen assists.

On rebounds, both teams fought hard but it was Akron who edged out slightly with thirty-two total rebounds compared to UNLV's twenty-nine. In terms of points in paint though, UNLV dominated by scoring forty against Akron’s thirty-two.

As for individual performances from both sides: no player fouled out or faced ejection; however specific player statistics were not disclosed within this report.