- Matchup: UNLV Rebels vs San Diego State Aztecs
- Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
- Venue: Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The UNLV Rebels (16-14) are set to face the San Diego State Aztecs (19-10) at Viejas Arena this Friday.
In their most recent outing, the UNLV Rebels secured a 92-65 victory against Utah State. UNLV’s performance featured an impressive 57.6% shooting from the field (34 of 59) and 10 successful 3-pointers from 25 attempts. They also excelled at the free-throw line, converting 14 out of 17 shots for a remarkable 82.4%. Rebounding was a key to their success as they claimed 35 boards, including 6 offensive rebounds. The Rebels tallied 21 assists while forcing their opponents into 9 turnovers and achieving 4 steals. On defense, UNLV held Utah State to just 37.7% shooting (23 of 61). Utah State managed 15 assists and 6 steals, but only earned 27 rebounds (9 offensive, 18 defensive) and did not record any blocks. Utah State shot 70.0% from the free-throw line, converting 14 of 20 attempts, and struggled from beyond the arc with 5 successful 3-pointers out of 30 attempts. Personal fouls were even, with UNLV committing 17 and Utah State totaling 18.
Key player Kimani Hamilton stood out with 24 points, shooting 10 of 14 from the field over 34 minutes. He also contributed with 7 rebounds and 3 assists.
This season, UNLV has posted a 16-14 record. They are averaging 12.0 turnovers per game while committing 21.6 personal fouls. The team collects 35.1 rebounds and has chalked up 432 assists, ranking them 158th nationally in assists. Their perimeter shooting stands at 34.4% (217 of 630), and they convert 69.2% of free throws. Offensively, UNLV averages 80.0 points per game, placing them 87th in college basketball, while their field goal percentage is 47.2%.
Defensively, UNLV is forcing 13.0 turnovers per game and committing 19.8 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 35.7% from the three-point line and are currently ranked 304th in Division 1 in points allowed per game (78.5). UNLV’s field goal percentage against is at 45.4% (775 of 1,706) while they average 34.6 rebounds as a team, ranking 269th in assists given up with 442 on the season.
In their previous match, the San Diego State Aztecs fell to Boise State with a score of 86-77. They allowed 35 total rebounds to Boise State, including 11 offensive boards. The Aztecs shot 48.0% from three-point range, hitting 12 out of 25 attempts, and went 26 of 33 at the charity stripe (78.8%). Boise State finished the game shooting 52.2% on 24 of 46 attempts from the floor. San Diego State’s overall shooting was 49.1% as they made 27 out of 55 shots, including 6 of 16 from the perimeter (37.5%). They executed well at the line, making 17 free throws for an 85.0% success rate. Boise State had 16 fouls, leading to 20 free throw attempts for the Aztecs, who committed 7 turnovers but recorded 3 steals. San Diego State secured 13 defensive boards and 1 offensive board for a total of 14 in the matchup.
Reese Dixon-Waters was a pivotal player for the Aztecs, scoring 23 points on 8 of 14 shooting, achieving a field goal percentage of 57.1% along with 2 rebounds in 30 minutes of play.
San Diego State holds a 19-10 record for the season. Offensively, they are shooting 47.5% from the field, placing them 51st in Division 1. The Aztecs have accumulated 2,294 points this season, averaging 79.1 points per game while grabbing 35.0 rebounds. Their assist average per game is 15.4 (95th in D-1) with 12.0 turnovers per contest. The team is committing 19.2 fouls per game and converting 75.0% of their free throws.
Defensively, the Aztecs rank 102nd in Division 1, allowing an average of 71.0 points per game. They force 14.8 turnovers and let opponents shoot 39.9% from the field (18th nationally). San Diego State gives up 33.1% from beyond the arc (264 of 797) and their opponents convert 73.8% of free throw attempts. They give up an average of 13.2 assists and 33.8 rebounds per game, ranking 174th and 147th in Division 1, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Take UNLV
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