The UNLV Lady Rebels suffered a 68-57 loss to the New Mexico Lobos on Wednesday night in Albuquerque, marking their second defeat in Mountain West Conference play and their first road loss within the conference this season. The loss brings the Lady Rebels’ overall record to 14-7 and their Mountain West record to 9-2.
First Quarter Set the Tone
The Lobos dominated the first quarter, outscoring the Lady Rebels 20-9. UNLV was unable to take the lead at any point during the game. New Mexico’s strong shooting performance – 50.9% from the field (28 of 55) and 45% from the three-point line (9 of 20) – proved decisive, while UNLV struggled to find its rhythm, shooting 40.4% (21 of 52) overall and just 27% from beyond the arc (4 of 15).
Jasmyn Lott led the Lady Rebels with 19 points, shooting 7-for-13 from the field and 4-for-5 from the free-throw line. Aaliyah Alexander was the only other UNLV player to score in double figures, contributing 12 points with 3-for-8 shooting from the field.
New Mexico’s balanced attack was led by Joana Magalhaes with 15 points, while Jesse Joaquim secured 14 rebounds. Destinee Hooks had a strong performance with 13 points, shooting 5-for-6 from the field and 2-for-2 from three-point range.
Looking Ahead
The Lady Rebels, currently in second place in the Mountain West, will return to their home court in Las Vegas to face the Colorado State Rams on Saturday afternoon. The Rams are currently in third place, making this a crucial matchup in the conference standings. A win for UNLV could help close the gap with the first-place San Diego State Aztecs, who have already defeated the Lady Rebels this season.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was New Mexico Lobos 68, UNLV Lady Rebels 57.
Who led the Lady Rebels in scoring?
Jasmyn Lott led the Lady Rebels with 19 points.
When is the Lady Rebels’ next game?
The Lady Rebels will play the Colorado State Rams on Saturday afternoon at home in Las Vegas.
How will the Lady Rebels adjust their strategy to secure a win against Colorado State?
