The Runnin’ Rebels (9-5, 3-0) rack up another conference win over San Jose State (7-9,0-4), 79-73. This win was the Runnin’ Rebels fourth straight win and fifth straight win in the last six games. The Last time the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels were undefeated in conference play was the 2019-20 season.
Teamwork Gets the Job Done
The Runnin’ Rebels had four players that scored in double digits. Guard Dedan Thomas, Jr. led the Runnin’ Rebels scoring 17 points. Jailen Bradford added 16 points, Jaden Henley scored 13 points, and Jalen Hill scored 10 points. The Runnin’ Rebels not brought the heat on the offensive end, they led in steals (8-2) and blocks (6-2).
Shooting in the Gym
The Runnin’ Rebels outshot the Spartans 51.5% to 25.8% in the first half. The Runnin’ Rebels led 44-26 at halftime. Jailen Bradford made a game-high three three-pointers. The Runnin’ Rebels also improved their overall record against the Spartans to 48-8. The Runnin’ Rebels also improved at home over the Spartans all-time 24-3. The only bright spot for the Spartans was that they managed to outrebound the Runnin’ Rebels 40-28. The Runnin’ Rebels ended the game shooting 50.9% from the floor. This was their third game shooting above 50% from the floor.
What’s Next for the Runnin’ Rebels?
In a post-game press conference, coach Kevin Kruger said, “Happy for the guys and proud of them for doing what they needed to do to get a win. Our guys are doing a great job of carrying over the scouting report and the practices leading into the last handful of games and in the Mountain West, you have to do that every single game-prep for a couple of days to have a chance to win. Our guys have had a great approach, and I expect another great approach tomorrow as we get ready for the next one.”
The Runnin’ Rebels take their high-flying act on the road as they take the Boise State Broncos on Tuesday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m. PT and the Colorado State Rams on Saturday, January 11 at 1 p.m. PT.
Runnin’ Rebels look to keep the momentum up against San Jose State
