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Cox Pavilion Showdown: UNLV Rebels vs Nevada Wolf Pack

As the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Rebels gear up to face the Nevada Wolf Pack at Cox Pavilion, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Rebels have been on an impressive run, and their recent performances suggest they're poised to continue their winning streak.


Nevada Wolf Pack VS UNLV Rebels

In their last game against Boise State Broncos on January 17th at Cox Pavilion, the Rebels showcased a remarkable ability to turn defense into offense. They racked up 10 steals leading to 31 points off turnovers, a testament to their aggressive defensive play. With an assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.57, it's clear that UNLV has been focusing on maintaining possession and creating scoring opportunities.


The offensive prowess of the Rebels was also on full display as they shot 45 percent from the field and an impressive 38 percent from beyond the arc. Their balanced attack saw them outscore Boise State in paint points as well as second-chance points.


Looking back further at their performance against Wyoming Cowgirls on January 20th in Laramie, UNLV demonstrated resilience and adaptability by overcoming a lower-scoring second quarter with a dominant fourth quarter where they put up 23 points. This ability to adjust tactics mid-game could prove crucial against NEV.


The upcoming game holds particular significance as it's not just about extending a winning streak; it's about asserting dominance over an in-state rival. The Wolf Pack will certainly come prepared and looking for an upset; however, based on recent statistics such as field goal percentage and rebounding numbers from past games, UNLV appears to have the upper hand.


UNLV fans should expect another strong showing from their team this Saturday night. With home-court advantage at Cox Pavilion and momentum firmly on their side following consecutive victories over conference rivals Colorado State Rams (63-58) and Wyoming Cowgirls (71-57), confidence within Rebel ranks must be sky-high.


Mark your calendars for January 28th when these two teams clash at Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas at 5:00 PM local time (PST). While there won't be any broadcast networks covering this event live, dedicated fans can still follow along through various live updates available online or attend in person to witness what is shaping up to be another exciting chapter in this storied rivalry.

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