Can Fresno State Bulldogs Overcome the Odds at Thomas & Mack Center?
The Fresno State Bulldogs faced a challenging contest against the 21-ranked UNLV Lady Rebels, culminating in a 35-83 defeat. The Bulldogs' season record now stands at an unmentioned number of wins and losses, while the Lady Rebels improved their tally with another victory.
From the opening quarter, the Bulldogs showed determination but struggled to find their rhythm, scoring 13 points compared to the Lady Rebels' 19. The home team extended their lead in subsequent quarters with consistent scoring: 25 points in both the second and third periods and finishing with 14 in the final quarter. In contrast, Fresno State managed only single-digit scores after their initial effort: seven points in both second and fourth quarters and eight in the third.
The statistics painted a stark picture of where challenges lay for Fresno State. Shooting accuracy was a significant issue; they made just 21 percent of field goals compared to UNLV's efficient 52 percent. From beyond the arc, it was even more troubling for Fresno State as they hit only two out of twenty-five attempts resulting in an eight percent success rate from three-point range.
On a positive note for Bulldog fans, free-throw accuracy was high at eighty-eight percent; however, this did not compensate for struggles elsewhere on court. With thirty-one total rebounds (eighteen defensive and thirteen offensive), including six team offensive boards, there were opportunities that didn't translate into sufficient points on board.
Defensively speaking, Fresno State managed five steals and blocked two shots but allowed six blocks against them which hindered their offensive efforts significantly. They also committed eighteen personal fouls over four quarters which contributed to giving away free throw opportunities to UNLV who capitalized by making sixty-eight percent from the line.
In terms of ball handling and teamwork, there were bright spots despite adversity; six assists were recorded by Bulldog players indicating some effective passing play although overshadowed by ten turnovers which limited scoring chances further.
Looking ahead without speculation or prediction about future performances or outcomes - fans can tune into future broadcasts featuring Fresno State as they continue through their season schedule seeking redemption after this tough loss at Thomas & Mack Center.