UNLV didn't get dinged by the Lobos on Saturday afternoon; they suffered a full-blown "Dent," as in Donovan Dent. The sophomore New Mexico guard scored a Mountain West career-high 34 points as the Lobos beat the Rebels 75-73.

Expert recap and game analysis of the New Mexico Lobos vs. UNLV Rebels NCAAM game from January 25, 2025 on ESPN.

I thought for sure Nelly was the unsung hero,” said Lobos coach Richard Pitino, whose team beat the Rebels in Las Vegas for the first time since 2018.

For the first time since 2018, the UNM men’s basketball team has won a road game against UNLV. The Lobos toppled the Runnin’ Rebels 75-73 on Saturday afternoon. Donovan Dent led the charge with 34 points,