UNLV vs Memphis Prediction 11-9-24 College Basketball Picks
Memphis (1-0) vs. UNLV (1-0)
November 9, 2024 6:00 pm EDT
The Line: UNLV +1.5; Over/Under: +159
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The Memphis Tigers and UNLV Rebels meet Saturday in college basketball action at the Thomas & Mack Center. Here’s a UNLV vs Memphis Prediction. This article will include a UNLV vs Memphis Pick.
Memphis Tigers Betting Preview
The Memphis Tigers beat Missouri, and they play Ohio and San Francisco next. The Memphis Tigers are averaging 83 points on 44.8 percent shooting and allowing 75 points on 45.6 percent shooting. PJ Haggerty is averaging 25 points and 6 rebounds, while Tyrese Hunter is averaging 14 points and 4 rebounds. Moussa Cisse is the third double-digit scorer and Colby Rogers is grabbing 1 rebound. The Memphis Tigers are shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc and 79.3 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Tigers are allowing 29.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35 rebounds per game.
UNLV Rebels Betting Preview
The UNLV Rebels beat Alabama State, and they play Omaha and Pepperdine next. The UNLV Rebels are averaging 93 points on 56.9 percent shooting and allowing 79 points on 44.3 percent shooting. Jeremiah Cherry is averaging 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Dedan Thomas Jr. is averaging 17 points and 7 assists. Julian Rishwain is the third double-digit scorer and Brooklyn Hicks is grabbing 2 rebounds. The UNLV Rebels are shooting 45 percent from beyond the arc and 64.3 percent from the free throw line. The UNLV Rebels are allowing 40.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34 rebounds per game.
Why the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels will win
- UNLV has won each of its last six games against non-Conference opponents at Thomas & Mack Center.
- Memphis has lost three of its last four road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- UNLV has won the first half in six of its last seven home games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
UNLV vs Memphis Prediction
The Memphis Tigers are getting some love because of their expectations over the years and the supposed talent on the roster. The problem is this Memphis squad isn’t as talented as it’s been in the past and this program has underachieved over the years. The UNLV Rebels are taking steps in the right direction, the talent is there and I can expect a tough atmosphere. UNLV basketball has a chance to make some noise and this is a statement game. I like the Rebel’s chances. Give me the free bucket.