San Diego State secures a notable victory, showcasing strength at Viejas Arena. The Mountain West sees intense matchups. UNLV Lady Rebels dominate Air Force, while UNLV men face UNR in a close game, ultimately losing 69-66. UNLV's 5-game win streak ends, with UNR capitalizing on defensive lapses to secure the win.
Updated with quotes after UNLV’s 69-66 home loss to UNR: ‘Tough way to finish’: UNLV blows 2nd-half lead, falls to UNR — PHOTOS https://t.co/m9NeoWAiBf via @reviewjournal #unlvmbb
UNLV blows 11-point 2nd-half lead, loses to rival UNR https://t.co/m9NeoWAiBf via @reviewjournal #UNLVMBB
Kevin Kruger said UNLV got timid on the defensive end, allowing UNR to score too easily down the stretch. UNR scored on its final seven possessions: Layup Layup Layup 2/2 FTs Layup 2/2 FTs 2/2 FTs Hard to win a big game like that.
From The Mack: UNLV men's hoops fail to close the deal vs Nevada, Reno Final: Nevada 69 UNLV 66 Lady Rebels defeat Air Force, 95-68; Lady Rebels are 22-2.
Tough evening for the local sports teams: VGK unable to build on 1-0 lead, fall to Carolina 3-1. UNLV had double-digit lead in second half but unravel late and lose to Nevada 69-66. On the positive side, the Lady Rebels rolled over Air Force 95-68 to remain atop the MW.
This league is so much fun. San Diego State-New Mexico last night, Utah State-Colorado State earlier today and now this one at almost midnight to finish off the night. https://t.co/SIgeNeuJ7Z
Six quick UNR points and its a one-point game. 62-61 UNLV, 2:06 left. Timeout UNLV. Wolf Pack are just getting easy looks at the basket. It's an 8-0 UNR run the last 3:27. https://t.co/b8IVjNV99W
UNR with the rarely seen triple-team on D.J. Thomas. He dribbles through it and finds Jackie Johnson for an open corner 3. Thomas up to eight assists, along with a game-high 15 points. UNLV 62, UNR 55 w/ 5:07 remaining.
D.J. Thomas is the difference in this game so far. UNLV has him and UNR doesn't. The freshman finds Karl Jones for an alley-oop dunk, then hits an iso jumper, and-1. Sweet move. Thomas now with 15 points and seven assists, 4-of-6 FGs. UNLV 54, UNR 43 w/ 10:27 remaining.
UNLV is up 54-43 over Nevada in the Dedan Thomas & Mack Center.
This might be the loudest the Thomas & Mack Center has been all season. D.J. Thomas hits a 3 to cap a 7-0 run, prompting UNR to call timeout. Before that, Rob Whaley scored four times in a row, all from close range. UNLV 27, UNR 20 w/ 6:00 left in first half.
From @edgraney on the Lady Rebels' 95-68 rout of Air Force. UNLV had 64 points in the paint. Lady Rebels put on (layup) clinic in routing Air Force — PHOTOS https://t.co/nmnS4VcXVh via @reviewjournal #UNLV #UNLVWBB
Best crowd of the season showing up tonight at the Mack for UNLV’s in-state rivalry game versus Reno. #vegas #unlvmbb https://t.co/J5xSViH0Ui
Tipoff between UNLV and UNR is moments away. Here are the #UNLVMBB starters: Dedan Thomas Jr. Luis Rodriguez Rob Whaley Jr. Kalib Boone Keylan Boone UNLV (14-9, 7-4) has won five straight and its last four against Reno (19-6, 6-5) A nice crowd on hand at T&M.
UNLV starting lineup vs. UNR: D.J. Thomas Luis Rodriguez Keylan Boone Rob Whaley Kalib Boone This five-man unit has logged 51 minutes together this season and been even with opposition, 78-78. They were +8 in 11 minutes against Fresno State.
Good evening from the Thomas & Mack Center! We are an hour from tipoff as UNLV puts its 5-game win streak on the line against in-state rival UNR. Kevin Kruger has never lost to the Pack (4-0). UNLV enters tonight in fourth place in the MWC standings. A win moves them to third. https://t.co/R2opsc6XIw
Up next: UNLV men vs. UNR at 8:30 p.m. Rebels (14-9, 7-4 MW) have won their last five games and four straight against Reno (19-6, 6-5). #UNLVMBB https://t.co/Ny5c5bYRXW
FINAL Lady Rebels 95 Air Force 68 19 points from Desi-Rae Young. UNLV scored 65 points in the paint. Lady Rebels are 22-2, 12-1 in Mountain West
Big Day of hoops for @UNLVathletics The @UNLVLadyRebels beat down @AF_Falcons at the @ThomasAndMack. Next up @TheRunninRebels vs. @NevadaWolfPack later tonight. @News3LV #LadyRebels #runninrebels #UNLV https://t.co/iYtpyNGWEq
Halftime Lady Rebels 49 Air Force 26 UNLV is shooting 61.8 percent from the field and has 38 points in the paint. #UNLVWBB
It’s a great night for basketball! Back-to-back games with @UNLVLadyRebels vs. Air Force at 5 PM and @TheRunninRebels vs. UNR at 8:30. Let’s pack the Mack and cheer our teams to victory! Students, remember you can get in FREE and tonight there’s a chance to win a scholarship! https://t.co/FO1MI6bDBC
You split your season series with the UNM Lobos, you get a top 4 seed. That's one of the new NCAA bylaws this season. Didn't get a lot of attention in the offseason. It's a weird one, I know, but worked out well today for San Diego State. https://t.co/oG9OmXE19k
Nice win for San Diego State tonight. Viejas is special - and the Aztecs can go on runs quickly in there. Another fun battle in the Mountain West. More big games tomorrow: Nevada at UNLV and Utah State at Colorado State.