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Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors Set to Take on UC Davis Aggies as Betting Favorites - NCAAB Picks and Predictions for Thursday Night Clash

On Thursday night, the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors will face off against the UC Davis Aggies at University Credit Union Center. The Rainbow Warriors, with a record of 12-6, are the betting favorite with a -1.5 opening line that has not moved. The Aggies, at 10-8, will be looking to secure a third consecutive win against Hawai'i. To find out more about this matchup and to see NCAAB picks for Thursday night, be sure to read further.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rainbow Warriors -125 | Aggies +105
• Spread: Rainbow Warriors -1.5 (-110) | Aggies +1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 135 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Hawaii will win straight-up is 56%.

Hawaii vs UC Davis Stats

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors

The Rainbow Warriors have won four of their last five games, with their latest victory being an 11-point win against Cal State Bakersfield. Hawai'i relies on their defense, which allows 70.2 points per game and limits opponents to 34.0% shooting from deep and 42.6% from the floor. They also allow 19.3 free throw attempts and 8.7 offensive rebounds per game, while forcing 9.1 turnovers. Offensively, they average 73.7 points per game and have been scoring over 80 points in three of their last four games. The team shoots 47.6% from the field, 33.1% from three-point range, and 72.7% from the free-throw line. Hawai'i is ranked 190th in KenPom's ratings and 170th in NET rankings, with a power ranking of 205. They are 12-6 this season and are ranked 219th in offense and 145th in defense.

UC Davis Aggies Analysis

The UC Davis men's basketball team, currently holding a 5-3 record in the Big West conference, is back in their home building after a pair of road upsets. The team has been successful in limiting their opponents' scoring in recent games and will aim to continue this trend in their upcoming matchup on Thursday. However, they have struggled offensively, despite having the sixth-leading scorer in the nation, Ty Johnson. The Aggies will need to improve their shooting percentages and reduce turnovers to increase their scoring output. In terms of rankings, UC Davis is 234th in KenPom's ratings and 220th in NET rankings. For offense, they currently rank 300th in the nation, scoring an average of 69.47 points per game. Defensively, they rank 119th, allowing an average of 69.53 points per game. The Aggies will face the Rainbow Warriors in their next game and will need to step up their offensive performance to secure a victory.

UC Davis Faces Tough Challenge Against Dominant Hawai'i Offense

During the last home game, the Aggies suffered an 11-point loss despite being 5.5-point favorites. In their recent six games, UC Davis has only surpassed 65 points on one occasion, indicating a limited offensive capability. Conversely, the Rainbow Warriors have demonstrated strong offensive prowess on the road, averaging 79.5 points on 52.4% shooting. Their ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities and exploit the Aggies' deficient defensive rebounding will likely contribute to their success in this matchup. Additionally, Hawai'i's solid defensive performance will likely stifle UC Davis' struggling offense. Therefore, it is advisable to consider supporting the visiting Rainbow Warriors to secure a victory and cover the spread.

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