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UNLV vs San Diego State Final: 76-68 - Recap
UNLV got 19 points from Dedan Thomas Jr. as they ran past San Diego State 76-68 on Saturday at Viejas Arena.
UNLV was a +10.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
UNLV got 13 points from Brooklyn Hicks and another 12 points from Jaden Henley. Dedan Thomas Jr. contributed 5 assists, while Jaden Henley cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
San Diego State got a 21-point performance from Miles Byrd, who was supported by 16 points from Nick Boyd. Jared Coleman-Jones had 4 assists in a losing cause for San Diego State, while Jared Coleman-Jones grabbed 7 rebounds.
UNLV was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
UNLV had a 34-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
UNLV looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wyoming. San Diego State will aim to get back on the winning track at Air Force.