LAS VEGAS — Jaden Henley played a pivotal role in leading UNLV to a 68-55 victory over Nevada on Friday, scoring an impressive 23 points.
His overall contribution to the Rebels’ win was underscored by his solid defensive performance, where he also pulled down eight rebounds. Jalen Hill supported the team with 16 points and equaled Henley’s rebound tally with eight boards. Julian Rishwain contributed 11 points, showcasing precision from the line with a flawless 3-for-3 free-throw shooting and connecting on two of his six attempts from beyond the arc.
On the opposing side, Kobe Sanders was a standout for Nevada, leading all scorers with 30 points. Justin McBride added support for the Wolf Pack by scoring 12 points. Meanwhile, Nick Davidson displayed versatility in his gameplay, adding four points while collecting eight rebounds, four assists, two steals, and four blocks.
UNLV set the tone early, taking a 34-26 lead into the halftime break, largely thanks to Henley’s 10 first-half points. Continuing their momentum in the second half, UNLV outpaced Nevada, with Henley scoring 13 points to further solidify the team’s advantage and secure the win.
Both teams are set to return to the court on Tuesday, with UNLV hosting San Diego State while Nevada takes on New Mexico in home matchups.
