UNLV vs. Utah State: Mountain West Quarterfinal Broadcast Details on CBS Sports Network

Rebels Advance with Tense First-Round Win (Image Credits: Pixabay)

Las Vegas – The UNLV men’s basketball team prepares to confront top-seeded Utah State in the Mountain West Conference tournament quarterfinal Thursday at the Thomas & Mack Center.[1][2]

Rebels Advance with Tense First-Round Win

UNLV secured its spot in the quarterfinals by edging out Wyoming 73-70 during Wednesday’s opening round.[1] The No. 8 seed Runnin’ Rebels, who finished the regular season at 17-15 overall and 11-9 in conference play, showed resilience in a close contest.[3] This victory marked a strong start to their postseason effort. Momentum now carries into the marquee matchup against the Aggies.

Utah State, meanwhile, received a first-round bye as the tournament’s top seed. The Aggies dominated the regular season with a 25-6 overall record and 15-5 mark in Mountain West play.[4] They enter as 7.5-point favorites.[2]

Key Quarterfinal Matchup Breakdown

The headliner tips off at 12:00 p.m. PT, pitting UNLV’s underdog grit against Utah State’s championship pedigree.[1] A win propels the victor into Friday’s semifinals. Both teams hail from competitive conference standings, setting up an intense battle on a neutral floor. UNLV aims to replicate its narrow escape from the prior day.

Other quarterfinals follow throughout the afternoon and evening. The full slate unfolds at the Thomas & Mack Center, drawing fans to the Las Vegas venue.[2]

Full Tournament Quarterfinal Schedule

All games air on CBS Sports Network, with times converted to Eastern as 3:00 p.m. ET for the opener.[5][2] Semifinals continue Friday, leading to Saturday’s championship.[1]

Broadcast and Streaming Options

Fans can catch the action live on CBS Sports Network, the primary broadcaster for all quarterfinal contests.[5] Streaming availability enhances accessibility for viewers nationwide.

• CBS Sports Network (cable/satellite)
• DIRECTV Stream
• Fubo (with Sports Plus add-on)
• Mountain West Network (digital platform for select coverage)
• Paramount+ with Showtime (potential overflow)

Check local listings for channel numbers, as availability varies by provider. Mobile apps from these services offer on-the-go viewing.[6]

The winner of this clash earns a semifinal berth and a shot at the automatic NCAA Tournament bid. UNLV’s tournament journey tests its mettle against a powerhouse. What do you think about the Rebels’ chances? Tell us in the comments.