UNLV (9-5) vs. Boise State (11-4)
January 7, 2025 10:30 pm EDT
The Line: Boise State -7.5; Over/Under: 140.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Boise State vs UNLV prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, January 7th at ExtraMile Arena in Boise, Idaho. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Boise State Broncos Betting Preview
The Boise State Broncos are 11-4 (3-1) this year after they lost to San Diego State by a score of 76-68 in their last game. Boise State trailed 33-32 at halftime and allowed 43 points in the second half in the loss. The Broncos shot 37.7% from the field, 23.3% on three-pointers, and 84% on free throws in the game. Chris Lockett Jr. led Boise State with 16 points and two assists, while Andrew Meadow added 14 points and three rebounds in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Broncos defeated Wyoming by a score of 67-58 and San Jose State by a score of 73-71. Boise State has won five of their last six games and they also have losses against San Francisco, Boston College, and Washington State. Boise State has scored 77.4 points per game and they have allowed 66.3 points per game, while also averaging 38.3 rebounds and 15.3 assists per game this season. Tyson Degenhart is averaging 17.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game, while Andrew Meadow is averaging 12.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 0.9 steals per game. Boise State is shooting 46.9% from the field, 78% on free throws, and 30.2% on three-pointers this season.
UNLV Rebels Betting Preview
The UNLV Rebels are 9-5 (3-0) this season after they defeated San Jose State by a score of 79-73 in their last game. UNLV led 44-26 at the half and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored 47-35 in the second half. The Rebels shot 50.9% from the field, 46.2% on three-pointers, and 68.2% on free throws in the game. Dedan Thomas Jr. led UNLV with 17 points and six assists, while Jailen Bedford added 16 points and three rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Rebels defeated Air Force by a score of 77-58 and Fresno State by a score of 87-77. UNLV has won four games in a row, but they did lose four of the previous five. UNLV has scored 73.5 points per game and they have allowed 69.5 points per game, while also averaging 33.2 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Dedan Thomas Jr. Is averaging 16.3 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game, while Jaden Henley is averaging 11.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. UNLV is shooting 46.3% from the field, 71.6% on free throws, and 38.5% on three-pointers this season.
Why Boise State will beat UNLV
- Boise State has won 34 of its last 36 night games against the Mountain West Conference at ExtraMile Arena.
- UNLV has lost each of its last seven games at ExtraMile Arena following a home win.
- Boise State has won the first half in seven of its last eight night games at ExtraMile Arena.
Total Points Facts
- Four of Boise State’s last five night games against the Mountain West Conference have produced a total of 142+ points.
- Four of UNLV’s last five night games have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.
Boise State vs UNLV Prediction
Boise State comes into this matchup after losing a tough game against San Diego State in their last game, but they will try to bounce back at home here. The Broncos do have two solid wins over Clemson and St. Mary’s but really haven’t played too difficult of a schedule to open the season. Boise State has played very solid defense so far this year, as they are allowing 66.3 points per game. UNLV has opened conference play with three straight wins and while they have played a pretty tough schedule, they haven’t been able to pick up any solid wins. The Mountain West is going to give us plenty of good games this season, but I think Boise State is going to bounce back in a big way here. Take the Broncos at home.
