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Game time: January 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM ET

Venue: Liberty Arena — Lynchburg, VA

Article updated Jan 15, 10:30 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The UTEP Miners are set to face off against the Liberty Flames in a C-USA matchup. Despite both teams coming off recent losses, the Miners hold a slight edge with a 2-1

Game outlook

The UTEP Miners are set to face off against the Liberty Flames in a C-USA matchup. Despite both teams coming off recent losses, the Miners hold a slight edge with a 2-1 record against the Flames from last season. Liberty is favored to win by 8.5 points, and the betting line has remained steady. Will the Flames be able to bounce back from their road defeat with a strong home performance? Read on for our prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Miners +315 | Flames -410

Spread: Miners +8.5 (-110) | Flames -8.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 134 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Liberty will win straight-up is 80%.

UTEP Miners

The UTEP Miners are currently seeking their third conference win of the season. Despite a recent disappointing 85-57 home defeat against New Mexico State, the squad stands at 2-1 in C-USA play. Key players such as Otis Frazier III and Corey Camper Jr. have been performing well, while others like Ahamad Bynum have struggled in recent matches. With a power ranking of 181 and a record of 11-4 this season, the Miners are ranked 234 in offense and 81 in defense. Offensively, they hit an average of 46.31% of their field goals and make 38.98% of their three-pointers. Defensively, they allow an average of 43.39% field goals and 30.99% of three-pointers. Overall, the Miners have shown strength in defense by keeping opponents to an average of 67.2 points per game. If you need help during this College Hoops season, consider choosing our top NCAAB Handicappers.

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Liberty Flames Analysis

The Liberty Flames are currently striving to improve their conference record and have been performing well this season, with just three losses so far. Despite a recent road defeat against Louisiana Tech, where they were only one-point underdogs, the team has covered in three of their last five games. Kaden Metheny, Zach Cleveland, Taelon Peter, and Isaiah Ihnen are key players to watch, with solid performances and impressive statistics in recent games. The Flames are ranked 69th in the country by Ken Pomeroy and have a strong offensive and defensive presence on the court. Their average of 79.5 points per game ranks them at 77th, while their defense is impressive by only allowing an average of 61 points per game. Overall, the Flames have a power ranking of 163 and standout statistics in field goal percentage, free throw percentage, and three-point shooting, making them a force to be reckoned with. Fans of the Flames should keep an eye on their upcoming matchups and performances.

Powerhouse Liberty Flames Dominate UTEP Miners in Basketball Matchup

The UTEP Miners have shown potential with a respectable record, despite facing challenges in their road games this season, winning only one out of three matches, including a disappointing loss to Utah Valley. On the other hand, the Liberty Flames have emerged as a prominent mid-major team in the nation, securing victories in all but three of their games. Additionally, UTEP's offensive performance has been below average, averaging 104 points per 100 possessions compared to Liberty's impressive 109.5 points per 100 possessions. Defensively, the Flames have excelled, allowing 5.5 fewer points per 100 possessions than the Miners. Moreover, UTEP's reliance on three-point shooting contrasts with the dominant defense of the Flames, who have held opponents to just 29.1% shooting from beyond the arc.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

About our editorial process

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UTEP Miners+315 → +316Moved
  • Moneyline · Liberty Flames-410 → -410Unchanged
  • Spread · UTEP Miners+8.5 (-110) → +8.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Liberty Flames-8.5 (-110) → -8.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over134 (-110) → 134.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under134 (-110) → 134.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UTEP Miners
11-20 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Liberty Flames
25-7 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-16T03:30:59.839Z). 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

  • 2024-03-14UTEP Miners 66 · Liberty Flames 57
  • 2024-03-02UTEP Miners 67 · Liberty Flames 51
  • 2024-02-03Liberty Flames 67 · UTEP Miners 65
Final result

Matchup pick recap

UTEP Miners defeated Liberty Flames 72-70

UTEP Miners defeated Liberty Flames 72-70 on January 16, 2025, a 2-point decision in the series. UTEP Miners' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 41-39. Against SportsJaw's recorded UTEP Miners +8.5 (-110) spread, UTEP Miners covered, while the 142 combined points finished over the recorded total of 134.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • PeytoncTotal · Under 134 (-110)Loss