Can the Runnin' Rebels Maintain Their Dominance at Viejas Arena?

As the UNLV Runnin' Rebels gear up for their next challenge against the San Diego State Aztecs at Viejas Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its impressive performance streak. The Rebels have been on a roll, showcasing a potent mix of offensive firepower and defensive prowess in recent games.

In their last outing at Thomas & Mack Center, the Rebels crushed Bethesda with a staggering 112 points, nearly doubling their opponent's score. They dominated inside the paint with 64 points and capitalized on turnovers, scoring 26 points off them. Their shooting was efficient from both two-point range (69 percent) and beyond the arc (31 percent), while also displaying an exceptional assists-to-turnover ratio of 1.65.

Prior to that game, UNLV faced Carroll College and secured another convincing victory with an 87-point effort. They maintained strong defense with ten blocks and fifteen steals while continuing to excel in transition with another 21 fast-break points. Their three-point shooting improved to 40 percent, indicating growing confidence from distance.

Against Hofstra Pride earlier in December, although scoring less overall with just 74 points, UNLV still managed a solid win thanks to their high two-point field goal percentage (59 percent) and free-throw accuracy (86 percent). The team's ability to maintain control of the ball was evident by an even higher assists-to-turnover ratio of 1.9.

The upcoming game promises to be thrilling as UNLV looks to assert its dominance away from home soil against San Diego State Aztecs. With recent performances suggesting that they're peaking at just the right time, fans should expect another showcase of skillful offense coupled with relentless defense.

The action unfolds on January 6th at Viejas Arena in San Diego; tip-off is scheduled for 21:00 UTC (13:00 Pacific Time). Fans can catch every moment live on CBS as part of national coverage for what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these competitive teams.