BOZEMAN, Mont. (Interstat) — The Montana State Bobcats used a dominant second-quarter surge and a career-high 26 points from Addison Harris to remain undefeated with a 94-81 victory over the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels in a non-conference women’s basketball game Tuesday night at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse.

In front of a crowd of 1,777, the Bobcats improved to 4-0, while UNLV fell to an even 2-2 on the young season.

The game was tightly contested early, with Montana State holding a narrow 20-17 lead after the first quarter. The momentum shifted decisively in the second period, as the Bobcats outscored the Runnin’ Rebels 27-20 to take a 47-37 advantage into halftime. Montana State never relinquished that double-digit lead, answering every UNLV push in the second half.

Harris, a 6-foot-1 forward from Camas, Washington, was the catalyst for the Bobcats, efficiently scoring her 26 points in just 28 minutes of action. She was complemented by guard Taylee Chirrick of Roberts, Montana, who added 16 points and three assists in 33 minutes. The Bobcats’ ball movement was a key factor, as they tallied 17 assists on 33 made field goals.

UNLV’s offense was led by guard Aaliyah Alexander, who scored 18 points. Forward Meadow Roland posted 13 points and recorded four of the team’s two blocks in a strong defensive effort, while guards Jasmyn Lott and Mariah Elohim chipped in 13 and 15 points, respectively.

Despite a game-high 29-point third quarter from UNLV, the Bobcats matched them nearly basket for basket, putting up 26 points of their own to maintain control. The Runnin’ Rebels could not close the gap in the final period.

Montana State’s defense was relentless, amassing 17 steals and seven blocks. They also controlled the glass, pulling down 21 offensive rebounds which led to 21 second-chance points. The Bobcats shot 42 percent from the field and 39 percent from three-point range.

UNLV struggled with its shooting, converting on just 11 of 28 field goal attempts. The Runnin’ Rebels were more efficient from beyond the arc, making 4 of 8 three-point attempts, but were hampered by 9 turnovers, which Montana State converted into 21 points.

The Bobcats’ depth was also on display, with forward Teagan Erickson of Saco, Montana, scoring 13 points off the bench, and guard Jamison Philip dishing out 7 assists to go with 7 points.

The win extends Montana State’s strong start to the season, while UNLV will look to rebound in its next contest.