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Grand Canyon Lopes Defeat UNLV Rebels 80-67

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Global Credit Union Arena

Grand Canyon Lopes 80, UNLV Rebels 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UNLV Rebels vs Grand Canyon Lopes?

Grand Canyon Lopes beat UNLV Rebels 80-67 at Global Credit Union Arena on February 25, 2026.

Who was favored in UNLV Rebels vs Grand Canyon Lopes?

Grand Canyon Lopes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Grand Canyon Lopes triumphed over the UNLV Rebels with a final score of 80-67 at the Global Credit Union Arena. This victory marks a significant turnaround for the Lopes after their previous loss to the Rebels just a few weeks prior, where they fell short with a score of 78-80 on February 7, 2026. The Lopes, now holding an 18-10 record, showcased their resilience and skill on their home court.

The Lopes entered this game with a mixed recent form, having won six of their last ten games but currently on a one-game losing streak after a defeat to the Wyoming Cowboys on February 22, 2026. In those last ten games, they averaged 73.9 points scored while allowing 68.0 points per game. Their performance at home has been solid, with a home record of 3-2 in their last five games. In contrast, the Rebels, who now sit at 14-14, have shown a more balanced performance recently, winning five of their last ten games and coming off a strong 91-66 victory against the Air Force Falcons on February 21, 2026. The Rebels averaged 81.5 points scored but allowed 82.7 points during that stretch, indicating a struggle on the defensive end.

The Lopes' home advantage played a crucial role in this matchup, as they have generally performed well at the Global Credit Union Arena. The Rebels, while having a 3-2 record in their last five away games, faced challenges with their defense, which has been a consistent issue throughout the season. The Lopes capitalized on this, demonstrating their capability to exploit defensive lapses.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences affecting either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their best players. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the competitive nature of the match.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Lopes favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 150.5. The home moneyline was priced at -355.0, while the away moneyline for the Rebels was +280.0. These odds reflected the Lopes' stronger home record and recent performance against the Rebels.

The conditions during the game were conducive to a high-energy performance, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. The Lopes' scoring plays in the second half highlighted their offensive prowess, with key contributions from players like Brian Moore Jr. and Jaden Henley, who made crucial layups and free throws to extend their lead. The Lopes consistently built on their lead, showcasing their ability to maintain composure under pressure.

As the game progressed, the Lopes' strong offensive execution became evident, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Rebels significantly. The scoring plays included a series of layups and free throws that pushed the Lopes to an 80-point finish, while the Rebels struggled to keep pace, ultimately falling short with 67 points.

Overall, this matchup served as a testament to the Lopes' capability to bounce back and assert dominance at home, while the Rebels will need to reassess their defensive strategies moving forward. The final score of 80-67 not only reflects the Lopes' victory but also underscores the competitive nature of college basketball, where each game can dramatically shift team trajectories.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsGCU -7.5 150.5 o -110 / u -110 UNLV Rebels +280 · Grand Canyon Lopes -355

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Leaders

  • PointsJaden Henley28Grand Canyon Lopes
  • AssistsMakaih Williams4Grand Canyon Lopes
  • ReboundsJaden Henley11Grand Canyon Lopes
  • PointsDra Gibbs-Lawhorn30UNLV Rebels
  • AssistsHowie Fleming Jr.3UNLV Rebels
  • ReboundsHowie Fleming Jr.6UNLV Rebels

Recent form

Grand Canyon Lopes

Last 10: 6-4Streak L173.9 scored · 68 allowed per game3-2 at home

  • L65-70vs Wyoming CowboysFeb 22
  • W73-63at San Diego State AztecsFeb 18
  • W94-79at San José State SpartansFeb 14
  • L64-70vs New Mexico LobosFeb 12
  • L78-80at UNLV RebelsFeb 7
  • W81-57vs Air Force FalconsFeb 4
  • W86-69vs Boise State BroncosJan 31
  • L60-66at Nevada Wolf PackJan 28
  • W68-57at Fresno State BulldogsJan 25
  • W70-69vs San Diego State AztecsJan 22

UNLV Rebels

Last 10: 5-5Streak W181.5 scored · 82.7 allowed per game3-2 away

  • W91-66at Air Force FalconsFeb 21
  • L86-91vs Colorado State RamsFeb 19
  • W86-83at Boise State BroncosFeb 14
  • W82-75vs San José State SpartansFeb 11
  • 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

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Utah State29-7-15-5
San Diego State22-11114-6
New Mexico26-11213-7
Grand Canyon20-12213-7
Nevada24-13312-8
Boise State20-12312-8
Colorado State21-13411-9
UNLV18-17411-9
Wyoming18-1569-11
Fresno State13-1987-13
San José State9-24123-17
Air Force3-29150-20

Box score

StatUNLV RebelsGrand Canyon Lopes
Field goals23-5725-47
Field goal %4053
Three-pointers7-177-15
Three-point %4147
Free throws14-2823-31
Free throw %5074
Rebounds2741
Offensive rebounds77
Defensive rebounds2034
Assists811
Steals71
Blocks36
Turnovers813
Team turnovers10
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls01
Points off turnovers148
Fast-break points76
Points in the paint2832
Fouls2721
Largest lead020
Lead changes00
Time in front098

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half32-49Brian Moore Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
  2. 2nd Half32-50Dennis Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
  3. 2nd Half32-51Dennis Evans makes free throw 2 of 2
  4. 2nd Half34-51Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 16-foot jumper
  5. 2nd Half36-51Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 15-foot jumper
  6. 2nd Half36-54Jaden Henley makes 28-foot three point jumper (Makaih Williams assists)
  7. 2nd Half38-54Howie Fleming Jr. makes layup (Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn assists)
  8. 2nd Half40-54Jacob Bannarbie makes 0-foot tip in dunk
  9. 2nd Half40-57Brian Moore Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dusty Stromer assists)
  10. 2nd Half40-59Brian Moore Jr. makes 1-foot dunk
  11. 2nd Half43-59Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 25-foot three point jumper
  12. 2nd Half44-59Tyrin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
  13. 2nd Half46-59Walter Brown makes layup (Jacob Bannarbie assists)
  14. 2nd Half46-61Jaden Henley makes layup
  15. 2nd Half48-61Tyrin Jones makes layup
  16. 2nd Half48-62Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 2nd Half48-63Jaden Henley makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 2nd Half51-63Howie Fleming Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn assists)
  19. 2nd Half54-63Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 26-foot three point jumper
  20. 2nd Half54-65Efe Demirel makes layup (Makaih Williams assists)
  21. 2nd Half56-65Howie Fleming Jr. makes layup
  22. 2nd Half57-65Howie Fleming Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
  23. 2nd Half57-67Jaden Henley makes 2-foot dunk (Wilhelm Breidenbach assists)
  24. 2nd Half58-67Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes free throw 2 of 2
  25. 2nd Half58-68Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 1 of 2
  26. 2nd Half58-69Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 2 of 2
  27. 2nd Half59-69Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
  28. 2nd Half60-69Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 2nd Half61-69Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 2nd Half61-70Makaih Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
  31. 2nd Half61-71Makaih Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
  32. 2nd Half62-71Tyrin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 2nd Half65-71Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 25-foot three point jumper
  34. 2nd Half65-73Brian Moore Jr. makes layup
  35. 2nd Half65-75Makaih Williams makes layup
  36. 2nd Half65-76Jaden Henley makes free throw 1 of 2
  37. 2nd Half65-77Jaden Henley makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 2nd Half65-79Brian Moore Jr. makes layup
  39. 2nd Half67-79Howie Fleming Jr. makes layup
  40. 2nd Half67-80Nana Owusu-Anane makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Grand Canyon Lopes, below favours UNLV Rebels.

Venue

  • Global Credit Union ArenaPhoenix, AZ
  • Attendance6803
  • OfficialsNate Harris, Jeffrey Anderson, John Floyd

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