UNLV shot just 36.7 percent from the field and fell 74-67 to Maryland on the first day of action in the Players Era Festival at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

The Rebels (3-3) led much of the game until a 14-4 run by the Terrapins (5-1) midway through the second half that included Andre Mills and Myles Rice each hitting both a layup and a 3-pointer.

UNLV wouldn’t lead again as Maryland pulled away late.

Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn led the Rebels with 17 points. Kimani Hamilton added 11 before fouling out.

Pharrel Payne went 7-for-8 from the field and led all scorers with 20 points.

The Rebels will play No. 8 Alabama (3-2) at 9 p.m. Tuesday at MGM Grand Garden. The Crimson Tide lost 95-85 to No. 12 Gonzaga on Monday.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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