Will UNLV Runnin' Rebels Seize Victory Against San Diego State Aztecs?
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Runnin' Rebels are gearing up for a pivotal showdown against the San Diego State Aztecs. With both teams coming off recent games, the stage is set for an intense battle at the Thomas & Mack Center.
In their last outing on March 10, UNLV faced a tough loss against Nevada's Wolf Pack with a final score of 65-75. Despite shooting an impressive 86 percent from the free-throw line and securing 28 total rebounds, they struggled to contain the Wolf Pack's offense which shot at a high 52 percent from the field. The Rebels also committed 20 personal fouls and had nine turnovers which contributed to their defeat.
Conversely, SDSU comes into this game following a victory over UNLV on March 6 with a close scoreline of 58-62. The Aztecs demonstrated tenacity on defense with ten steals and four blocks but were less efficient in shooting compared to their rivals, only making 28 percent of their field goals. However, they capitalized on second-chance points and managed to keep turnovers low.
UNLV has shown potential in areas that could be key against SDSU. Their ability to get to the free-throw line and convert those opportunities will be crucial; they made an impressive twelve out of fourteen attempts in their last game against Nevada's Wolf Pack. Additionally, if they can leverage their defensive prowess as seen when they blocked ten shots against San Jose State Spartans on March 3rd while maintaining control over turnovers – which stood at nineteen in that same game – it could tilt the scales in their favor.
The upcoming match promises to be thrilling as both teams have strengths that can counteract each other’s strategies. For UNLV fans looking forward to this encounter: expect your team to come out fighting hard with improved defense while capitalizing on every scoring opportunity from free throws and beyond.
Mark your calendars for March 14th at 2:30 PM local time when these two titans clash at Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Fans won't want to miss this spectacle broadcasted live on CBS Sports Network – it's sure to be one for the history books!