NCAAB · Final

Wyoming Cowboys Dominate UNLV Rebels 98-66

Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Arena-Auditorium

Wyoming Cowboys 98, UNLV Rebels 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won UNLV Rebels vs Wyoming Cowboys?

Wyoming Cowboys beat UNLV Rebels 98-66 at Arena-Auditorium on January 6, 2026.

Who was favored in UNLV Rebels vs Wyoming Cowboys?

Wyoming Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.

In a commanding performance, the Wyoming Cowboys defeated the UNLV Rebels 98-66 at the Arena-Auditorium. This victory not only showcased Wyoming's offensive prowess but also highlighted their ability to capitalize on home court advantage. The Cowboys, boasting a home record of 11-4 prior to this game, demonstrated their scoring capability with an average of 80.0 points in their last ten games, despite a recent loss to New Mexico Lobos just days earlier.

The Cowboys entered the game having gone 6-4 in their last ten matchups, with a recent streak of one loss. In those games, they averaged 80.0 points scored and allowed 72.7 points per game. Their recent form included a mix of highs and lows, with notable wins against teams like South Dakota Coyotes and Dartmouth Big Green, but also losses to New Mexico and Grand Canyon Lopes.

On the other side, the UNLV Rebels came into the contest with a record of 7-7, having won three consecutive games leading up to this matchup. Their recent performance saw them average 77.4 points scored and 72.7 points allowed over their last ten games. This included a dominant win against Air Force Falcons, where they won 67-39, and a strong showing against La Sierra Golden Eagles, winning 89-47. Despite their recent success, the Rebels struggled to maintain consistency throughout the season, reflected in their away record of 2-3.

Historically, the two teams had met twice in the previous season, splitting the series with each team winning one game. Wyoming had previously defeated UNLV 63-61 in an away game, while UNLV returned the favor with a 68-57 victory at home. This matchup was anticipated as a critical clash in the season, given the teams' recent performances and their previous encounters.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, which meant both squads were likely fielding their strongest lineups. This was particularly important for Wyoming, as they aimed to leverage their home court advantage against an opponent that had shown vulnerability on the road.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Wyoming favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 154.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Wyoming’s ability to secure a win, with a moneyline of -205 for the Cowboys compared to +170 for the Rebels. These figures reflected the Cowboys' solid home form and their scoring ability.

As the game unfolded, Wyoming's offensive strategy proved effective, allowing them to establish a significant lead early on. The Cowboys' ability to score effectively was evident, as they consistently found ways to penetrate the UNLV defense. The scoring plays highlighted key moments, such as Uriyah Rojas' pullup jump shot and Nasir Meyer’s driving layup, which contributed to the Cowboys' commanding score.

The final score of 98-66 underscored Wyoming's dominance throughout the game. The Cowboys not only outscored the Rebels but also showcased their depth and versatility on offense. This victory solidifies their position as a formidable contender in the league, especially when playing at home. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures, particularly UNLV as they look to bounce back from this defeat.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	WYO -4.5	154.5 o -112 / u -108	UNLV Rebels +170 · Wyoming Cowboys -205

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Leaders

PointsLeland Walker28Wyoming Cowboys
AssistsUriyah Rojas5Wyoming Cowboys
ReboundsNasir Meyer8Wyoming Cowboys
PointsKimani Hamilton19UNLV Rebels
AssistsDra Gibbs-Lawhorn2UNLV Rebels
ReboundsTyrin Jones8UNLV Rebels

Recent form

Wyoming Cowboys

Last 10: 6-4Streak L180 scored · 72.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

L58-78at New Mexico LobosJan 4
W68-56at Air Force FalconsDec 30
L70-82vs Grand Canyon LopesDec 20
W87-72at South Dakota State JackrabbitsDec 16
W106-79vs South Dakota CoyotesDec 10
W93-80vs Dartmouth Big GreenDec 6
L72-76at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 30
W101-59vs Denver PioneersNov 27
W75-67vs Norfolk State SpartansNov 23
L70-78at Sam Houston BearkatsNov 20

UNLV Rebels

Last 10: 6-4Streak W377.4 scored · 72.7 allowed per game2-3 away

W67-39vs Air Force FalconsJan 3
W89-47vs La Sierra Golden EaglesDec 30
W84-72vs Fresno State BulldogsDec 21
L60-63vs Tennessee State TigersDec 14
W75-74at Stanford CardinalDec 7
L65-80at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 27
L76-115at Alabama Crimson TideNov 26
L67-74at Maryland TerrapinsNov 25
W99-85vs Saint Joseph's HawksNov 21
W92-78at Memphis TigersNov 16

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	UNLV Rebels	Wyoming Cowboys
Field goals	18-48	33-60
Field goal %	38	55
Three-pointers	5-11	9-21
Three-point %	45	43
Free throws	25-45	23-29
Free throw %	56	79
Rebounds	29	43
Offensive rebounds	11	14
Defensive rebounds	18	29
Assists	5	16
Steals	7	7
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	12	14
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	17
Fast-break points	0	8
Points in the paint	26	46
Fouls	26	31
Largest lead	0	38
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

2nd Half43-65Issac Williamson makes driving layup
2nd Half43-67Gavin Gores makes layup (Uriyah Rojas assists)
2nd Half43-68Leland Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-69Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-71Khaden Bennett makes driving layup
2nd Half43-73Khaden Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-72Khaden Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-73Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes driving layup
2nd Half45-75Leland Walker makes driving layup
2nd Half47-75Kimani Hamilton makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half47-77Gavin Gores makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half49-77Kimani Hamilton makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half49-79Uriyah Rojas makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half52-79Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kimani Hamilton assists)
2nd Half52-81Damarion Dennis makes layup (Uriyah Rojas assists)
2nd Half53-81Tyrin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-82Uriyah Rojas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-83Uriyah Rojas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-83Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-85Damarion Dennis makes layup (Uriyah Rojas assists)
2nd Half55-85Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-85Kimani Hamilton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-86Damarion Dennis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-87Damarion Dennis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-88Leland Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-89Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-89Howie Fleming Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-91Leland Walker makes driving layup
2nd Half58-91Howie Fleming Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-91Howie Fleming Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-92Leland Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-93Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-95Uriyah Rojas makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half59-97Nasir Meyer makes driving layup
2nd Half60-97Tyrin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-97Tyrin Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-97Kimani Hamilton makes layup
2nd Half65-97Tyrin Jones makes driving layup
2nd Half65-98Uriyah Rojas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-98Tyrin Jones makes free throw 1 of 2