Hawai'i Tops UTEP in Close Contest at Home
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 11:59 PM ET · Stan Sheriff Center
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors 66, UTEP Miners 61, 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 UTEP Miners vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors?
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors beat UTEP Miners 66-61 at Stan Sheriff Center on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in UTEP Miners vs Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors?
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -950 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors edged out the UTEP Miners with a final score of 66-61 at the Stan Sheriff Center. This victory marks an important addition to Hawai'i's impressive home record, which now stands at 10-2 for the season. The Rainbow Warriors have been in strong form, winning nine of their last ten games, including a five-game winning streak leading into this encounter. They have averaged 84.0 points scored while allowing just 63.6 points over their last ten games, showcasing both offensive and defensive strengths.
On the other hand, UTEP has struggled recently, with a record of 3-6 overall and a disappointing away record of 0-4. The Miners have lost their last three games, and their average scoring during this stretch has dipped to 72.7 points, while they have allowed an average of 72.5 points. Their recent form reflects a broader struggle, having only managed four wins in their last ten outings.
The matchup was particularly noteworthy given the contrasting home and away performances of both teams. Hawai'i's home court advantage has been significant, as evidenced by their strong home record and recent performances. In contrast, UTEP has faced challenges on the road, contributing to their current losing streak.
In terms of the betting market, DraftKings set the odds with Hawai'i favored by 12.5 points, indicating a strong expectation for the home team to perform well. The total points line was set at 138.5, suggesting a competitive scoring environment. Hawai'i's moneyline was set at -950, while UTEP's was at +625, further emphasizing the disparity in expectations between the two teams.
The game featured a series of scoring plays that kept fans engaged. Notable moments included a dunk by Gytis Nemeiksa and key free throws from Kaseem Watson and Dre Bullock, who contributed to the final score. The last few minutes saw intense back-and-forth scoring, with UTEP attempting to close the gap but ultimately falling short.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences affecting either team, which allowed both squads to field their best players for this crucial game.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the resilience of the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors as they continue to solidify their position in the league, while UTEP will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HAW -12.5 | 138.5 o -105 / u -115 | UTEP Miners +625 · Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors -950 |
Leaders
- PointsHarry Rouhliadeff22Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- AssistsAaron Hunkin-Claytor4Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- ReboundsHarry Rouhliadeff7Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
- PointsJamal West Jr.12UTEP Miners
- AssistsCaleb Blackwell3UTEP Miners
- ReboundsJamal West Jr.7UTEP Miners
Recent form
Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors
Last 10: 9-1Streak W584 scored · 63.6 allowed per game9-1 at home
- W98-46vs Hawaiʻi Hilo VulcansDec 11
- W69-59vs Cal State Fullerton TitansDec 7
- W75-69vs UC Davis AggiesDec 5
- W92-55vs North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 29
- W88-76vs Hawaiʻi Pacific Sea WarriorsNov 25
- L76-83vs Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 21
- W68-62vs Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 16
- W86-56vs Manhattan JaspersNov 15
- W88-56vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 13
- W100-74vs East Texas A&M LionsNov 10
UTEP Miners
Last 10: 4-6Streak L372.7 scored · 72.5 allowed per game0-4 away
- L68-75at Seattle U RedhawksDec 8
- L59-75at UAB BlazersNov 25
- L63-74vs William & Mary TribeNov 24
- W84-83vs St. Thomas (TX) CeltsNov 20
- L51-75at Utah State AggiesNov 15
- L58-71vs Loyola Marymount LionsNov 12
- W107-70vs Western New Mexico MustangsNov 8
- W98-56vs UT Permian Basin FalconsNov 4
- L60-81at Liberty FlamesMar 12
- W79-65vs Sam Houston BearkatsMar 11
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 | UTEP Miners | Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-60 | 21-52 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 8-22 | 6-19 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 32 |
| Free throws | 5-10 | 18-22 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 9 | 10 |
| Steals | 3 | 3 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 21 | 8 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 62 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half29-30Dre Bullock made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-30Elijah Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trey Horton III.
- 2nd Half32-32Aaron Hunkin-Claytor made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-32Jamal West Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-35Gytis Nemeiksa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Hunkin-Claytor.
- 2nd Half34-37Dre Bullock made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-38Dre Bullock made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-38Trey Horton III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by KJ Thomas.
- 2nd Half37-40Hunter Erickson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-40Elijah Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-40Caleb Blackwell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-40KJ Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Blackwell.
- 2nd Half44-41Dre Bullock made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-42Dre Bullock made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-42KJ Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Blackwell.
- 2nd Half47-44Isaac Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Harry Rouhliadeff.
- 2nd Half47-45Isaac Finlinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-45Elijah Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-47Isaac Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-50Aaron Hunkin-Claytor made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hunter Erickson.
- 2nd Half49-51Isaac Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-52Isaac Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-52Jamal West Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-53Harry Rouhliadeff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-54Harry Rouhliadeff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-55Harry Rouhliadeff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-55Trey Horton III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-57Harry Rouhliadeff made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-59Harry Rouhliadeff made Layup. Assisted by Gytis Nemeiksa.
- 2nd Half54-59Caleb Blackwell made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-60Aaron Hunkin-Claytor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-61Aaron Hunkin-Claytor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-63Gytis Nemeiksa made Dunk. Assisted by Dre Bullock.
- 2nd Half55-63Kaseem Watson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-63Kaseem Watson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-64Dre Bullock made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-65Dre Bullock made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-65Jamal West Jr. made Layup. Assisted by KJ Thomas.
- 2nd Half58-66Dre Bullock made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Trey Horton III made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors, below favours UTEP Miners.
Venue
- Stan Sheriff CenterHonolulu, HI
- Attendance4694
- OfficialsRick Batsell, Wilson Holland, Travis Caswell
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