Overview
- The Rebels entered as 16-point underdogs against a Utah State team that was 15–2 overall and 6–1 in league play.
- UNLV went 21-of-25 at the line and strung together late stops to secure the road win.
- Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn paced UNLV with 21 points on 8-of-12 shooting, including 3-of-5 from deep.
- Tyrin Jones added 20 points and hit 10-of-12 free throws as the Rebels pulled away in the final minutes.
- Kimani Hamilton chipped in 10 points and five rebounds before fouling out, Emmanuel Stephen grabbed eight boards, and UNLV now returns to face San Diego State on Jan. 24 after the Aztecs’ seven-game win streak.