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Utah State Aggies vs UNLV Runnin Rebels Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET

Venue: Thomas & Mack Center — Las Vegas, NV

Article updated Jan 13, 6:22 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming Mountain West Conference clash, the Utah State Aggies, with a strong record of 15-1 in the season and 8-5-1 against the spread, will be facing off against the

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In an upcoming Mountain West Conference clash, the Utah State Aggies, with a strong record of 15-1 in the season and 8-5-1 against the spread, will be facing off against the UNLV Rebels, who hold a record of 8-6 and 6-6 ATS. The Aggies recently secured a home victory against Wyoming, while the Rebels also emerged victorious in their previous game against New Mexico on their home court. Utah State has a perfect record against UNLV from last season, having won both matchups. As the betting favorite, the Aggies have opened at a -2 point spread, and the betting line has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Aggies -136 | Runnin Rebels +114

Spread: Aggies -2 (-110) | Runnin Rebels +2 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Utah State will win straight-up is 58%.

Utah State Aggies

The Utah State Aggies have become a prominent team in college basketball this season, with only one loss so far. They have achieved a 14-game winning streak and are currently 3-0 in MWC play. The team has covered the spread in their last three games, and player Great Osobor has consistently contributed with at least 20 points in three consecutive games. Ian Martinez and Darius Brown II have also made notable contributions to the team's success. In terms of rankings, Utah State is placed 38th in DI in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and was previously ranked #20 in the AP Top 25. The team has performed well on the road, winning three of four games. They have a strong offense, scoring an average of 81.6 points per game, and a solid defense, allowing an average of 65.3 points. When analyzing their performance statistics, the Aggies have shown efficiency in their shooting, with a field goal percentage of 50.21%, ranking them 13th in the NCAAB. They also excel in offensive assists but struggle with turnovers. Defensively, they have displayed skill in defending three-pointers and securing defensive rebounds. However, their free throw defense could be improved. Overall, the Utah State Aggies have proven themselves as a formidable team this season. thefts and buckets 👏 ⚡️ @Isaac_Johnson33 & @mason_falslev #AggiesAllTheWay pic.twitter.com/rcZVJv07Be

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UNLV Runnin Rebels Analysis

The UNLV Rebels are seeking their ninth win of the season. Despite a challenging schedule, they have had some notable victories, including a win against Creighton. In their conference play, they have a 1-1 record, with a loss against San Diego State but a solid home win against New Mexico. The Rebels have covered the spread in four of their last five games. Kalib Boone had an outstanding performance against New Mexico, scoring 29 points. Dedan Thomas Jr. has been consistently producing, scoring at least 13 points in three straight games. Keylan Boone, who missed the opening month of the season, scored 17 points in the recent win. UNLV is currently ranked 85th in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and has performed well at home, with a record of 5-5. They have been scoring an average of 76.7 points per game and allowing an average of 68.7 points per game. The Runnin' Rebels have a power ranking of 178 and are ranked 140th for offense and 126th for defense. In terms of shooting percentages, they are hitting 46.74% of their field goals, 69.34% of their free throws, and 33.66% of their three-pointers. They average 34.54 rebounds per game and have 15.15 offensive assists and 11.62 turnovers per game. On defense, they allow opponents to make 42.97% of their field goals, 72.38% of their free throws, and 33.06% of their three-pointers. They average 36.54 defensive rebounds and have 13.46 defensive assists and 14.77 turnovers per game. Keylan Boone starts the second half with a bucket from outside! 📺: @FS1 pic.twitter.com/trPDisNnJh

Utah State's Dominance Shines as UNLV Struggles: Aggies' Winning Streak Continues with Impressive Conference Victories

The Utah State Aggies have been enjoying an impressive winning streak, securing victories in 14 consecutive games, including three conference wins. In contrast, the UNLV Rebels have had an inconsistent season, suffering losses to teams such as Richmond, Loyola Marymount, and San Diego State. Utah State's exceptional shooting performance of 50.2% throughout the season speaks to their offensive prowess, while the Rebels have shown vulnerability in their defense. On the defensive end, the Aggies demonstrate elite skills that make them a formidable opponent. With only 97 points conceded per 100 possessions, they rank 40th in the nation. This stands in sharp contrast to UNLV, who have struggled, allowing a higher average of 103.8 points per 100 possessions. Notably, the Aggies have achieved two of their Mountain West Conference wins with a comfortable margin of at least 10 points.

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SportsJaw Aggies vs Runnin Rebels archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Aggies vs Runnin Rebels matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Utah State Aggies-137 → -125Moved
  • Moneyline · UNLV Runnin Rebels+113 → +105Moved
  • Spread · Utah State Aggies-2 (-110) → -1.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · UNLV Runnin Rebels+2 (-110) → +1.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over146.5 (-110) → 144 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under146.5 (-110) → 144 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Utah State Aggies
13-1 matchup record · 6-3-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
UNLV Runnin Rebels
5-5 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-01-13T11:22:10.218Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-03-01Utah State Aggies 91 · UNLV Runnin Rebels 66
  • 2023-01-17UNLV Runnin Rebels 71 · Utah State Aggies 75
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Utah State Aggies defeated UNLV Runnin Rebels 87-86

Utah State Aggies defeated UNLV Runnin Rebels 87-86 on January 13, 2024, a 1-point decision in the series. Utah State Aggies' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 47-39. Against SportsJaw's recorded Utah State Aggies -1.5 (-110) spread, UNLV Runnin Rebels covered, while the 173 combined points finished over the recorded total of 144.

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Tipster picks

  • MoneymouthSpread · UNLV Runnin Rebels +2 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Utah State Aggies -2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Utah State Aggies -2 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 146.5 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Utah State Aggies -2 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 146.5 (-110)Win