UNLV Rebels Defeat San José State Spartans 82-75
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 11:00 PM ET · Thomas & Mack Center
UNLV Rebels 82, San José State Spartans 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won San José State Spartans vs UNLV Rebels?
UNLV Rebels beat San José State Spartans 82-75 at Thomas & Mack Center on February 10, 2026.
Who was favored in San José State Spartans vs UNLV Rebels?
UNLV Rebels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup at the Thomas & Mack Center, the UNLV Rebels secured a victory over the San José State Spartans with a final score of 82-75. This win marks the Rebels' third consecutive victory against the Spartans in their recent meetings, having also won their previous encounters on January 17, 2026, and February 26, 2025. The Rebels now hold a 3-0 record against San José State this season and last, showcasing their dominance in this rivalry.
The Rebels entered the game with a home record of 12-12, having gone 4-6 in their last ten games, including a recent win against the Grand Canyon Lopes, where they triumphed 80-78. Their average scoring in the last ten games was 76.3 points, while they allowed an average of 82.7 points. Despite their struggles, the Rebels managed to secure a win in their last outing, breaking a streak of losses.
In contrast, the Spartans have had a challenging season, with a record of 6-18 and a dismal 1-9 in their last ten games. They entered the matchup on a six-game losing streak, with their last victory coming against the Air Force Falcons on January 14, 2026. Their scoring average during this stretch was only 63.4 points, while they allowed an average of 77.7 points per game. The Spartans' struggles have been particularly pronounced on the road, where they have not won in five attempts, contributing to their overall poor performance this season.
The game was marked by a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the second half, Kimani Hamilton made critical free throws that helped the Spartans close the gap, while Colby Garland's three-point jumper and layups from Tyrin Jones and Walter Brown kept the game competitive. However, the Rebels managed to maintain their lead, ultimately securing the win.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Rebels favored by 12.5 points, with a total set at 149.5. The odds reflected the Rebels' stronger home record and recent form compared to the struggling Spartans. The home money line was set at -1000, while the away money line was +650, indicating a significant disparity in expectations for the outcome of the game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this matchup. This factor likely contributed to the intensity of the game, as both teams aimed to capitalize on their available talent.
Overall, the matchup between the UNLV Rebels and the San José State Spartans proved to be an engaging contest, showcasing the Rebels' ability to perform under pressure at home while highlighting the Spartans' ongoing struggles this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNLV -12.5 | 149.5 o -108 / u -112 | San José State Spartans +650 · UNLV Rebels -1000 |
Leaders
- PointsDra Gibbs-Lawhorn24UNLV Rebels
- AssistsDra Gibbs-Lawhorn5UNLV Rebels
- ReboundsKimani Hamilton10UNLV Rebels
- PointsColby Garland23San José State Spartans
- AssistsAdrian Myers8San José State Spartans
- ReboundsSadraque NgaNga8San José State Spartans
Recent form
UNLV Rebels
Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.3 scored · 82.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W80-78vs Grand Canyon LopesFeb 7
- L96-98at Fresno State BulldogsFeb 4
- L76-89at Nevada Wolf PackJan 31
- L61-89vs New Mexico LobosJan 28
- L71-82vs San Diego State AztecsJan 24
- W86-76at Utah State AggiesJan 21
- W76-62at San José State SpartansJan 17
- W89-85vs Boise State BroncosJan 14
- L62-70at Colorado State RamsJan 10
- L66-98at Wyoming CowboysJan 7
San José State Spartans
Last 10: 1-9Streak L663.4 scored · 77.7 allowed per game0-5 away
- L57-65at Colorado State RamsFeb 8
- L80-90vs New Mexico LobosFeb 1
- L58-89vs Boise State BroncosJan 28
- L62-66at Wyoming CowboysJan 24
- L54-87at Nevada Wolf PackJan 21
- L62-76vs UNLV RebelsJan 17
- W70-62vs Air Force FalconsJan 14
- L58-76at Grand Canyon LopesJan 11
- L55-70vs Fresno State BulldogsJan 7
- L78-96at Utah State AggiesJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | San José State Spartans | UNLV Rebels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-63 | 30-61 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 32 |
| Free throws | 16-20 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 30 |
| Assists | 16 | 16 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 14 | 40 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 6 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-49Melvin Bell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Melvin Bell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-49Pasha Goodarzi makes 22-foot three point jumper (Melvin Bell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half49-52Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 23-foot three point jumper (Walter Brown assists)
- 2nd Half51-52Melvin Bell Jr. makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-54Tyrin Jones makes 1-foot dunk (Walter Brown assists)
- 2nd Half51-56Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 1-foot dunk (Kimani Hamilton assists)
- 2nd Half51-58Tyrin Jones makes 2-foot dunk (Walter Brown assists)
- 2nd Half54-58Japhet Moupadele makes 23-foot three point jumper (Adrian Myers assists)
- 2nd Half54-60Kimani Hamilton makes 7-foot jumper (Al Green assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-61Melvin Bell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-64Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 23-foot three point jumper (Walter Brown assists)
- 2nd Half56-64Pasha Goodarzi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Pasha Goodarzi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66Kimani Hamilton makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half57-68Kimani Hamilton makes layup
- 2nd Half57-70Tyrin Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half59-70Colby Garland makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-70Colby Garland makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-71Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Colby Garland makes layup
- 2nd Half64-72Pasha Goodarzi makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half65-72Pasha Goodarzi makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half66-72Pasha Goodarzi makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half67-72Sadraque NgaNga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-72Sadraque NgaNga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-73Tyrin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-73Adrian Myers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-73Adrian Myers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-74Issac Williamson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-75Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-76Colby Garland makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half73-78Tyrin Jones makes layup (Issac Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half73-79Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-80Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-80Colby Garland makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-82Walter Brown makes 13-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours UNLV Rebels, below favours San José State Spartans.
Venue
- Thomas & Mack CenterLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance4653
- OfficialsMichael Irving, Rob Kueneman, Randy Richardson
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