Utah State Aggies vs
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Utah State Looks to Continue Dominance Over UNLV in Highly Anticipated Match-up on January 15 - Betting Favorite with -4.5 Opening Line.

The 2024-25 college basketball season will feature a highly anticipated match-up between Utah State and UNLV on January 15 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. Utah State is looking to secure its seventh consecutive victory over UNLV in this Mountain West Conference showdown. As the betting favorite with a -4.5 opening line that has remained unchanged, Utah State aims to continue its dominance in this series. For more insights on this game, be sure to stay updated.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aggies -182 | Runnin Rebels +150
• Spread: Aggies -4.5 (-110) | Runnin Rebels +4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 149.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Utah State will win straight-up is 65%.

Utah State vs UNLV Stats

Utah State Aggies

The Utah State Aggies have been on a hot streak, winning six straight games in conference play after their only loss to UC San Diego earlier in the season. They have had some impressive road victories over tough opponents like Saint Mary's and No. 20 San Diego State. Senior guard Ian Martinez made a game-winning play against Boise State, helping the Aggies secure another win. Leading scorer Martinez and sophomore guard Mason Falslev have been key players for the team. The Aggies have strong offensive stats, shooting well from the field and three-point range. Defensively, they have been solid as well, limiting opponents' shooting percentages. Currently ranked in the top 30 in the NCAA NET Rankings and the AP Top 25 Poll, the Utah State Aggies are a force to be reckoned with in college basketball.

UNLV Runnin Rebels Analysis

The UNLV Rebels suffered a 84-62 road defeat against Colorado State, marking their second consecutive loss in conference play. Colorado State shot 56.6% from the field and 12-for-24 from beyond the arc, while UNLV posted a 41.7% field goal percentage and a 5-for-17 three-point shooting rate. Leading scorers junior guard Jaden Henley and sophomore guard Dedan Thomas Jr. each contributed 19 points. Thomas Jr. leads the team with 16.1 points and 4.4 assists per game, while Henley averages 12.0 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. UNLV ranks 103rd in adjusted offensive efficiency and 153rd in adjusted defensive efficiency in the country. They shoot 52.4% from inside the arc and 42.9% from beyond the three-point line in conference play. Despite their recent setbacks, UNLV is ranked 124th in the NCAA NET Rankings. The Runnin' Rebels have a power ranking of 316 and their offense is ranked 259th, averaging 71.88 points per game. Their defense ranks 181st, allowing 71.13 points per game. In their last three matchups, Utah State faced UNLV with a record of 0-3 (2-1 ATS). UNLV shoots 45.85% from the field, 71.52% from the free-throw line, and 38.16% from three-point range, ranking 143rd, 191st, and 28th in the nation, respectively. They average 32.13 rebounds per game and have an average of 12.69 offensive assists and 10.69 turnovers per game. Defensively, UNLV allows opponents to shoot 43.42% from the field, 73.01% from the free-throw line, and 34.35% from three-point range, while averaging 35.94 defensive rebounds per game. They also average 15.63 defensive assists and 12.75 turnovers per game.

Rebels Struggling Defensively Against Aggies Ahead of Key Matchup

The Rebels have faced challenges in their recent games, particularly in defending against opponents. Their struggle is evident in allowing an average of 10.0 three-pointers per game during conference play. With limited defensive capabilities, the Rebels may struggle to contain the Aggies' offensive prowess. In addition, the Rebels rank 322nd in defensive rebound percentage at 65.7%, while the Aggies excel with a 25th rank in offensive rebound percentage at 36.2%. The statistical advantage in rebounding clearly favors Utah State over UNLV, underscoring the potential impact of offensive rebounds in the upcoming game. Furthermore, historical data trends indicate the Aggies have enjoyed success against the Rebels with a 6-0 SU and 4-2 ATS record in their last encounters. As such, the odds are in favor of Utah State for this matchup.

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