Omaha (2-1) vs. UNLV (1-1)
November 14, 2024 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: UNLV -15.5; Over/Under: +147.5
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In this article, we will formulate a UNLV vs Omaha prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, November 14th at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
UNLV Rebels Betting Preview
The UNLV Rebels are 1-1 this year after they lost to Memphis by a score of 80-74 in their last game. UNLV led 34-30 at halftime, but they allowed 50 points in the second half for the loss. The Rebels shot 39.7% from the field, 36% on three-pointers, and 73.1% on free throws in the game. Dedan Thomas Jr. led UNLV with 22 points and one steal in the game.
Prior to that win, the Rebels defeated Alabama State by a score of 93-79 in their season opener. UNLV has scored 83.5 points per game and they have allowed 79.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.5 rebounds per game and 16 assists per game this season. Dedan Thomas Jr. is averaging 19.5 points and 3.5 assists per game, while UNLV is shooting 48.3% from the field, 68.5% on free throws, and 40% on three-pointers this year. UNLV will play against Pepperdine, New Mexico State, Mississippi State, Creighton, and Pacific after this game.
Omaha Mavericks Betting Preview
The Omaha Mavericks are 2-1 this season after they lost to Minnesota by a score of 68-64 in their last game. Omaha led 33-30 at the half, but they were outscored 38-31 in the second half for the loss. The Mavericks shot 41.2% from the field, 30% on three-pointers, and 69.6% on free throws in the game. Kamryn Thomas led Omaha with 14 points and five rebounds in the defeat.
Prior to that game, the Mavericks defeated Stetson by a score of 79-76 and a non-D-1 team by a score of 85-69. Omaha has scored 76 points per game and they have allowed 71 points per game, while also averaging 37.3 rebounds per game and 12.7 assists per game this season. Marquel Sutton is averaging 14.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, while Omaha is shooting 46% from the field, 73.2% on free throws, and 38.6% on three-pointers this year.
Why UNLV will cover
- Omaha has lost 25 of its last 26 road games against non-conference opponents.
- UNLV has won 14 of its last 15 night games against non-conference opponents at Thomas & Mack Center.
- The home team has won the first half in eight of UNLV’s last nine games.
Why Omaha will cover
- Omaha has won three of its last four night games.
- Omaha has won the first half in each of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
UNLV vs Omaha Prediction
Omaha comes into this matchup after nearly beating Minnesota on the road in their last game, but they will face another very tough opponent here. UNLV blew a second-half lead against Memphis in their last game and while they should have a strong offense this year, their defense has not been great in their first two games. The Rebels allowed 79 points to Alabama State in their opener and I don’t want to lay this many points with a questionable defensive team. Take Omaha here.
