Clash of Titans at Thomas & Mack: UNLV Runnin' Rebels to Host San Diego State Aztecs
As the UNLV Runnin' Rebels gear up to host the San Diego State Aztecs at the Thomas & Mack Center, fans are bracing for an electrifying encounter. The Rebels have been showcasing a mixed bag of performances in their recent outings, and this game promises to be a crucial pivot point in their season.
In their last game against Air Force, the Rebels dominated with a commanding victory, posting 72 points and outrebounding their opponents with a total rebound count of 44. Their shooting from inside the paint was particularly effective, contributing 40 points to their tally. However, they struggled beyond the arc with only a thirty-one percent success rate on three-point attempts.
The previous home game saw them narrowly defeated by Nevada's Wolf Pack despite putting up a resilient fight. The team's field goal percentage stood at forty-two percent and they managed to convert seventy-four percent of free throws. They also capitalized on turnovers, scoring eighteen points off them but ultimately fell short by three points.
Earlier in February during an away game against Fresno State Bulldogs, UNLV clinched another close win with sixty-seven points fueled by strong two-point shooting (sixty-four percent) and solid free throw performance (seventy-eight percent). However, they were less successful from downtown hitting only twelve percent from three-point range.
The upcoming match is more than just another conference game; it's an opportunity for UNLV to consolidate its strengths and address its inconsistencies. Rebounding has been one of their stronger suits along with scoring in the paint but improving long-range shooting could be pivotal for victory against SDSU.
Fans can expect intense action as both teams vie for supremacy on March 5th at 8 PM local time at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. The showdown will be broadcasted live on CBS Sports Network – ensuring that supporters won't miss any part of what is set up to be an enthralling contest between these two formidable adversaries.