
Utah State vs UNLV Prediction 1/29/25 College Basketball Picks Today
UNLV (11-9) vs. Utah State (18-2)
January 29, 2025 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: Utah State -10; Over/Under: 144.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Utah State vs UNLV Prediction for this college basketball game on Wednesday, January 29th, at the Smith Spectrum. Let’s take a look at a Utah State Aggies vs UNLV Rebels.
UNLV Keeps Falling Short
UNLV has lost two games in a row and it has been by a total of four points. Two games ago against Wyoming, they lost 63-61 and in the last game against New Mexico, they ended up losing 75-73. At halftime, they were tied 39-39, but in the second half the offense couldn’t make one more basket and they ended up losing by two points. Dedan Thomas Jr had a strong game putting up 18 points, seven rebounds, and one assist. Julian Rishwain also put up 16 points and three rebounds.
UNLV sits with an 11-9 record and they have gone 7-12-1 against the spread. The over has hit in 9 of the 20 games so far this season. UNLV is averaging 71.3 points while their defense is giving up 70.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 260th in the league while the defense is ranked 144th. They are averaging 55.9 field goals attempted per game which is 307th in the league. Dedan Thomas Jr is averaging 15.9 points while shooting 41.6 percent from the field and 34.5 percent from behind the three-point line.
Utah State Looks for Third Straight Win
Utah State has a ton of confidence right now, and they have won two straight games. Two games ago against Nevada, Utah State won 90-69 and in the last game against Air Force, they ended up winning 87-58. Ian Martinez had a strong game putting up 16 points, one rebound, and one assist. There were three different players that put up at least 10 points to pace the team.
Utah State currently sits with an 18-2 record overall, and they have gone 10-9 against the spread. The over has hit only eight games so far this season. Utah State is averaging 82.7 points while their defense is giving up 67.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 28th in the league while the defense is ranked 69th. Ian Martinez has been the top player for Utah State averaging 17 points while shooting 44.3 percent from the field and 39.1 percent from behind the three-point line.
Why Utah State Will Beat UNLV
- Utah State has won each of its last eight night games against the Mountain West Conference at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum.
- UNLV has lost each of its last six games at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Utah State has won the first half in 21 of its last 25 games at Dee Glen Smith Spectrum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Utah State vs UNLV Prediction
UNLV has kept the last couple of games close, but this game will not be the same. Utah State is averaging 82.7 points per game, and they are going to have no issue getting the job done here. UNLV’s offense is averaging 71.3 points per game, but their offense isn’t going to be good enough. They aren’t going to make it over their season average. Back Utah State to win this game and cover the spread.