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UNLV Runnin Rebels vs San Diego St. Aztecs Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Viejas Arena — San Diego, CA

Article updated Jan 18, 2:22 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The 2024-25 college basketball season continues with a highly anticipated matchup between UNLV and San Diego State at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA. San Diego State has a

Game outlook

The 2024-25 college basketball season continues with a highly anticipated matchup between UNLV and San Diego State at Viejas Arena in San Diego, CA. San Diego State has a strong record of 7-1 SU and 5-3 ATS in their last eight meetings with UNLV, making them the favorites in this game with a -10.5 point spread. Will the Aztecs continue their dominance in this series? For more insights and NCAAB picks for Saturday, be sure to read the full analysis of this UNLV vs. San Diego State prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Runnin Rebels +440 | Aztecs -600

Spread: Runnin Rebels +10.5 (-110) | Aztecs -10.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 131.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego St. will win straight-up is 86%.

UNLV Runnin Rebels

UNLV Rebels secured a significant 65-62 home victory against No. 22 Utah State, advancing to a 4-2 conference record. Despite recent road losses, the Rebels upset the Aggies with a strong performance from senior forward Jalen Hill and sophomore guard Dedan Thomas. Thomas has been a standout player this season, averaging 15.6 points and 4.5 assists. Offensively, UNLV ranks 268 in scoring, hitting 45.53% of their field goals and 37.08% of their 3-pointers. Defensively, the Rebels allow an average of 43.32% field goals and 34.61% 3-pointers. Their current season record stands at 10-7, with a power ranking of 312. Overall, UNLV's performance reflects improvement and potential for future success.

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San Diego St. Aztecs Analysis

The San Diego State Aztecs bounced back from a recent loss with a strong performance against Colorado State, securing a 75-60 victory. Sophomore guard Miles Byrd stood out with 25 points, including strong shooting from beyond the arc. The team's defense forced 20 turnovers and held the Rams to a low shooting percentage. The Aztecs currently have a 4-2 record in conference play and are led by Byrd and senior guard Nick Boyd in scoring. Their defensive statistics, particularly in limiting opponent 3-point shooting, are among the best in the country. For those looking to bet on college basketball, considering the expertise of top NCAAB handicappers may be beneficial. Additionally, the Aztecs' offensive and defensive rankings and statistics provide a comprehensive overview of their performance on the court.

Aztecs Dominate Rebels on Both Ends of the Court

The Rebels have experienced a challenging season on the road, with a 1-4 record straight up and 2-3 against the spread in true road games. Their offensive struggles have been particularly evident in conference play, scoring 121 points while allowing 165 in two road contests. In contrast, the Aztecs have demonstrated a high level of defensive skill, holding opponents to just 24.8% shooting from deep in conference games and leading the MWC in defensive turnover percentage at 21.1%. Recent trends show the Aztecs performing well against the spread, with a 4-2 record in their last six games and a 5-2 record in their previous seven meetings with the Rebels. Conversely, the Rebels have only covered the spread in four of their last 13 overall contests.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UNLV Runnin Rebels+383 → +435Moved
  • Moneyline · San Diego St. Aztecs-510 → -600Moved
  • Spread · UNLV Runnin Rebels+10.5 (-110) → +10.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · San Diego St. Aztecs-10.5 (-110) → -10.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over131.5 (-110) → 133 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under131.5 (-110) → 133 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UNLV Runnin Rebels
18-17 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
San Diego St. Aztecs
22-11 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T19:22:18.211Z). 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

  • 2024-03-14San Diego St. Aztecs 74 · UNLV Runnin Rebels 71
  • 2024-03-05San Diego St. Aztecs 58 · UNLV Runnin Rebels 62
Final result

Matchup pick recap

UNLV Runnin Rebels defeated San Diego St. Aztecs 76-68

UNLV Runnin Rebels defeated San Diego St. Aztecs 76-68 on January 18, 2025, a 8-point decision in the series. UNLV Runnin Rebels' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 31-23. Against SportsJaw's recorded UNLV Runnin Rebels +10.5 (-110) spread, UNLV Runnin Rebels covered, while the 144 combined points finished over the recorded total of 133.

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Tipster picks

  • 72dolphinsSpread · San Diego St. Aztecs -10.5 (-110)Loss