UNLV Runnin' Rebels Set to Lock Horns with Colorado State Rams at Thomas & Mack
As the UNLV Runnin' Rebels gear up to face the Colorado State Rams, fans are brimming with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting showdown at the Thomas & Mack Center. The Rebels, coming off a string of compelling performances, look poised to continue their winning ways.
In their recent clash on February 11 against the New Mexico Lobos, UNLV showcased their resilience in a nail-biting 80-77 victory. The game was an offensive spectacle, with the Rebels dominating inside the paint and racking up an impressive 48 points. Their shooting from two-point range was particularly effective at 53 percent accuracy. Despite being outrebounded by the Lobos, UNLV's tenacity led them to capitalize on turnovers and second-chance opportunities.
The defensive prowess of UNLV cannot be overlooked either; they amassed six blocks and four steals in that game alone. This defensive intensity has been a consistent theme for them throughout their recent matchups.
Against Wyoming Cowboys on February 4th at home, they turned defense into offense seamlessly – stealing possession ten times and converting those into an imposing 21 points off turnovers. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood out as well – an exceptional figure of 3.5 indicating disciplined ball movement and decision-making.
Even when faced with adversity against Fresno State Bulldogs earlier on January 31st, where both teams were neck-and-neck throughout much of the contest without any lead changes or ties occurring after tip-off, UNLV managed to pull through with a crucial win scoring 78 points while maintaining solid field goal percentages across all areas.
The upcoming encounter presents another opportunity for UNLV to assert its dominance on home turf where they've shown remarkable composure under pressure. The Rams will undoubtedly come prepared but given how well-rounded and adaptable this Rebel squad has proven themselves recently; it is hard not seeing them having an edge over CSU.
Fans should expect nothing less than full-throttle action as these two teams collide in what could very well be one of this season's most memorable games – especially considering how evenly matched both sides are statistically speaking.
Mark your calendars for February 24th at 5:00 PM PST when these titans take center stage in Las Vegas - broadcasted nationally on CBS Sports Network channel number two hundred twenty-one. It's not just another game; it's where grit meets grace under the bright lights of Thomas & Mack Center!