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UT Martin Edges UNLV in Close Contest

Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Thomas & Mack Center

UT Martin Skyhawks 86, UNLV Rebels 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UT Martin Skyhawks vs UNLV Rebels?

UT Martin Skyhawks beat UNLV Rebels 86-81 at Thomas & Mack Center on November 4, 2025.

In an exciting matchup at the Thomas & Mack Center, the UT Martin Skyhawks narrowly defeated the UNLV Rebels with a final score of 86-81. This game showcased a competitive spirit from both teams, with UT Martin improving their record to 2-0 while UNLV fell to 0-2. The Skyhawks' victory was marked by a series of critical free throws in the closing moments, highlighting their composure under pressure.

Both teams entered this game with contrasting recent forms. The Rebels had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games but were on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Utah State Aggies 70-58 in their previous outing. UNLV averaged 66.2 points scored and allowed 62.4 points per game over that stretch. At home, they had a solid record of 4-1, but their recent performance suggested a struggle to maintain that form.

On the other hand, UT Martin had a mixed recent record of 5-5, also on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Little Rock Trojans 82-77. They averaged 69.4 points scored and allowed 68.9 points during their last ten games. Their away record stood at 3-2, indicating a reasonable level of performance on the road.

The matchup was particularly interesting as it was the first meeting between these two teams. With both squads looking to establish dominance early in the season, the stakes were high. The game was played under clear conditions, conducive to a solid basketball performance.

In terms of injuries, no specific players were mentioned in the block, suggesting both teams fielded their full rosters for this contest. This allowed for a complete tactical battle, with both coaches able to utilize their preferred lineups.

The market had set the odds for this game, reflecting UT Martin as the slight favorite. However, the final outcome demonstrated that the Rebels were competitive despite their struggles, as indicated by their scoring capabilities and recent performances. The odds attributed to this matchup were indicative of a closely contested game.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a back-and-forth scoring affair, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. In the second half, UT Martin's Filip Radaković and Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn were instrumental in sealing the victory, contributing crucial free throws that pushed their team ahead in the final moments. The Skyhawks' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities ultimately made the difference in this tightly contested matchup.

The final score of 86-81 not only reflects the competitive nature of the game but also sets the stage for both teams as they look to improve their standings in the upcoming fixtures. UNLV will need to regroup and address their recent struggles, while UT Martin will aim to build on this momentum as they continue their season.

Leaders

PointsDra Gibbs-Lawhorn18UNLV Rebels
AssistsTyrin Jones4UNLV Rebels
ReboundsTyrin Jones9UNLV Rebels
PointsDragos Lungu23UT Martin Skyhawks
AssistsFilip Radakovic6UT Martin Skyhawks
ReboundsMatas Deniusas6UT Martin Skyhawks

Recent form

UNLV Rebels

Last 10: 7-3Streak L166.2 scored · 62.4 allowed per game4-1 at home

L58-70at Utah State AggiesMar 14
W68-59vs Air Force FalconsMar 12
L67-81at New Mexico LobosMar 8
W74-67vs San Diego State AztecsMar 5
W68-55vs Nevada Wolf PackMar 1
W77-71at San José State SpartansFeb 26
L53-61vs Colorado State RamsFeb 23
W52-51at Fresno State BulldogsFeb 16
W77-52vs Air Force FalconsFeb 12
W68-57at Wyoming CowboysFeb 8

UT Martin Skyhawks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L169.4 scored · 68.9 allowed per game3-2 away

L77-82at Little Rock TrojansMar 7
W70-67at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesMar 6
L47-59vs Morehead State EaglesMar 1
W79-63vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 28
L66-71at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 21
L75-86vs Tennessee State TigersFeb 19
W72-68at Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 15
W76-71at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 14
W81-70vs Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 8
L51-52vs Lindenwood LionsFeb 7

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Tennessee State	23-10	-	15-5
Morehead State	20-13	-	15-5
Southeast Missouri State	20-13	1	14-6
UT Martin	22-11	2	13-7
SIU Edwardsville	19-13	3	12-8
Lindenwood	18-15	4	11-9
Little Rock	12-20	6	9-11
Tennessee Tech	13-18	6	8-12
Eastern Illinois	13-20	7	8-12
Southern Indiana	7-23	11	4-16
Western Illinois	5-26	14	1-19
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	UT Martin Skyhawks	UNLV Rebels
Field goals	24-55	23-50
Field goal %	44	46
Three-pointers	11-30	7-23
Three-point %	37	30
Free throws	27-48	28-37
Free throw %	56	76
Rebounds	33	39
Offensive rebounds	11	10
Defensive rebounds	22	29
Assists	18	16
Steals	12	8
Blocks	3	4
Turnovers	14	22
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	17
Fast-break points	19	14
Points in the paint	26	32
Fouls	27	31
Largest lead	10	10

How the scoring went

2nd Half57-53Andrija Bukumirović made Dunk. Assisted by Dragos Lungu.
2nd Half57-55Naas Cunningham made Layup.
2nd Half58-55Dragos Lungu made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-55Andrija Bukumirović made Layup.
2nd Half60-56Kimani Hamilton made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-56Vladimir Khryapa made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-58Jacob Bannarbie made Layup.
2nd Half61-60Howie Fleming Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Tyrin Jones.
2nd Half62-60Matas Deniusas made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-61Tyrin Jones made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-62Tyrin Jones made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-62Filip Petkovski made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-62Filip Petkovski made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-64Jacob Bannarbie made Layup.
2nd Half64-65Howie Fleming Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-66Howie Fleming Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-66Dragos Lungu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Radaković.
2nd Half70-66Dragos Lungu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Radaković.
2nd Half71-66Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-66Afan Trnka made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Radaković.
2nd Half76-66Matas Deniusas made Jumper.
2nd Half76-67Howie Fleming Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-68Howie Fleming Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-71Ladji Dembele made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Howie Fleming Jr..
2nd Half76-72Tyrin Jones made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-72Filip Petkovski made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Afan Trnka.
2nd Half79-75Al Green made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyrin Jones.
2nd Half79-76Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-76Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-77Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-77Dragos Lungu made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-77Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half83-77Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half83-78Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn made Free Throw.
2nd Half83-79Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn made Free Throw.
2nd Half84-79Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half85-79Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half85-80Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn made Free Throw.
2nd Half85-81Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn made Free Throw.
2nd Half86-81Dragos Lungu made Free Throw.