UNLV Lady Rebels knock off New Mexico
Nikki Wheatley had 28 points and nine rebounds, and the UNLV women’s basketball team defeated New Mexico 66-57 on Wednesday at Cox Pavilion.
Katie Powell added 14 points and five rebounds for the Lady Rebels (3-11, 1-2 Mountain West), who took control with a 20-8 third quarter.
Jaisa Nunn led New Mexico (12-2, 2-1) with 19 points and 11 rebounds.
UNLV next hosts Air Force on Jan. 16 at the Thomas & Mack Center.
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