UT Martin Defeats UNLV, 86-81, at Thomas and Mack Center
LAS VEGAS — The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels lost their home opener against Tennessee-Martin on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The Sporting Tribune’s Kalin Sipes captured key moments from the game at the Thomas and Mack Center.
Game Highlights
- UNLV guard Al Green (#7) actively scanned the court while guarded by UT Martin’s Fillip Petkovski (#32) in the first half.
- Al Green also pushed the ball down the court during offensive plays early in the game.
- UNLV forward Walter Brown (#22) aggressively drove toward the basket, defended closely by UT Martin’s James Baas (#3).
- Second-half actions included UNLV forward Tyrin Jones (#6) reacting to a referee's call during intense gameplay.
- UT Martin guard Fillip Radaković (#33) surveyed the court under pressure from Al Green in the second half.
- Pedro Santos (#9) from UT Martin and UNLV forward Jacob Bannarbie (#10) competed fiercely for ball possession in the latter part of the game.
"UNLV guard Al Green (7) scans the court during while guarded by UT Martin guard Fillip Petkovski (32) during first half of college basketball game."
"UNLV forward Walter Brown (22) drives towards the basket while guarded by UT Martin James Baas (3) during first half of college basketball game."
The game concluded with a final score of 86-81, in favor of UT Martin, marking a challenging start for the Runnin’ Rebels on their home court.
Author’s summary: UT Martin secured a close 86-81 victory over UNLV at the Thomas and Mack Center, highlighted by strong defensive plays and key moments captured by Kalin Sipes.