The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (4-1) have kept the win streak rolling with a win over the New Mexico State Aggies (3-2), 75-65.
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
The Runnin’ Rebels continued keeping their core group consistent on the court. At least four players scored in double digits to help give the Runnin’ Rebels an edge. Dedan Thomas, Jr. led the team scoring 22 points. Guard Julian Rishwain contributed 12 points, while Jeremiah Cherry added 12 points. Forward Jalen Hill crashed the boards collecting 9 rebounds. Cherry cleaned up with eight rebounds as well.
Not So Fast Runnin’ Rebels
The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels didn’t completely run away with this game. The New Mexico State Aggies gave them a run—four Aggies scored in double digits in the loss. Guard Gabe Pickens scored 14 points. Aggies Forwards Robert Carpenter and Peter Filipovity both managed to come up with double-doubles. Carpenter and Filipovity had 10 points and 13 rebounds, 12 points and 11 rebounds.
Foul Trouble
In totality, there were 51 fouls called between the two teams. With the Aggies going 17 of 27 from the free-throw line. The Runnin’ Rebels were 30 of 42 from the line.
In a post-game press conference, UNLV head coach Kevin Kruger said “We had some really good plays late where we executed and got what we were looking for. Defensively, we made shots tough and rebounded it well, so just really proud of them, happy for them, and of course, it makes Sunday a lot better.”
With the Thanksgiving holiday ahead, the Runnin’ Rebels get a bit of a break before heading to Tempe, Arizona for the Arizona Tip-off Tournament. They will be facing the Mississippi State Bulldogs (5-0) on Thanksgiving night at 6:30 p.m. The game will be available to watch on CBS Sports Network.
