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UNLV Runnin' Rebels Ready to Take on San Diego State Aztecs with Star Performer Dedan Thomas

The UNLV Runnin' Rebels are gearing up for an exciting matchup against the San Diego State Aztecs at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. With both teams looking to secure a victory, all eyes will be on UNLV's star performer, Dedan Thomas.


Jan 6, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Miles Byrd (21) is fouled by UNLV Rebels forward Rob Whaley Jr. (5) during the second half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

In their previous three games, Dedan Thomas has showcased his skills on the court, consistently delivering outstanding performances. In the first game against the Nevada Wolf Pack, Thomas scored 23 points, made 3 assists, and grabbed 1 rebound. His field goals percentage was an impressive 41%, and he maintained an excellent free throws percentage of 89%. With such remarkable stats, it's clear that Thomas is a force to be reckoned with.


But Thomas isn't the only standout player on the UNLV Runnin' Rebels team. Kalib Boone has also been a key contributor in their recent games. In the same matchup against Nevada Wolf Pack, Boone scored 4 points, made 1 assist, and secured 4 rebounds. His field goals percentage was 40%, and he showcased his defensive prowess with no blocks or steals.


Jan 6, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Micah Parrish (3) is fouled while going to the basket against UNLV Rebels forward Jalen Hill (1) during the first half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Another player to watch out for is Keylan Boone. In their second game against San Jose State Spartans, Boone had an impressive performance with 24 points and 4 rebounds. He displayed great accuracy with a field goals percentage of 56% and a three-points percentage of 50%.


Looking at the overall performance of the UNLV Runnin' Rebels over their last three games, they have shown strength in various areas. Their shooting accuracy has been commendable with an average field goals percentage of 38%. They have also demonstrated strong defensive skills with an average of 5 blocks per game.


Jan 6, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego State Aztecs forward Jaedon LeDee (13) shoots the ball over UNLV Rebels forward Isaiah Cottrell (0) during the first half at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

On the other side of the court, we have the San Diego State Aztecs, who will be looking to challenge the UNLV Runnin' Rebels. Jaedon LeDee has been a standout player for the Aztecs, consistently delivering impressive performances. In their most recent game against Boise State Broncos, LeDee scored 21 points, made 1 assist, and secured 6 rebounds. His field goals percentage was an outstanding 60%, and he showcased his versatility with a two-points percentage of 60%.


As the game approaches, it's clear that both teams have exceptional players who can make a significant impact on the outcome. The UNLV Runnin' Rebels will rely on Dedan Thomas to lead them to victory with his scoring ability and playmaking skills. However, they must also be prepared to face the challenge posed by Jaedon LeDee and the San Diego State Aztecs.


Basketball fans can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network at 2:30 PM local time on March 14th. It's bound to be an intense battle between these two talented teams as they compete for victory in this highly anticipated matchup at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.

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