New Mexico Favored to Win Against Nevada in College Basketball Showdown, but Unlikely to Cover Spread

Game outlook

This content provides a summary of the upcoming college basketball game between Nevada and New Mexico. The article mentions that Nevada has dominated in previous matchups, winning nine consecutive games against New Mexico. However, despite this, New Mexico is favored to win by 6.5 points with a total score prediction of 153.5. The article also notes that the opening betting line was -7 in favor of New Mexico, but it has since moved to -8.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Wolf Pack +283 | Lobos -360

Spread: Wolf Pack +8 (-110) | Lobos -8 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 153.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Mexico will win straight-up is 78%.

Nevada Wolf Pack

The Nevada Wolfpack recently broke their three-game losing streak with a 77-64 victory over No. 24 Colorado State. Currently, they have a record of 16-4, with a 12-7-0 record against the spread. In terms of rankings, the Wolfpack are 46th according to KenPom rankings and 52nd in the Bart Torvik rankings. In the game against Colorado State, Nevada shot 50% in the first half, which contributed to their eight-point lead at halftime. They continued to shoot well throughout the game, finishing with an overall shooting percentage of 53.7% and making 15 out of 18 free throws. This showcases their strong shooting ability, as they are ranked 51st in the nation in field-goal percentage. Defensively, Nevada has also been impressive, holding opponents to a 40.2% shooting percentage, which ranks 36th overall. Jarod Lucas led the team with 28 points, shooting 10 out of 14, while Kenan Blackshear added 20 points, shooting 9 out of 12. On average, Lucas scores 17.6 points per game, hitting 43.1% of his shots, while Blackshear contributes 16.2 points per game with a shooting percentage of 51.3%. In terms of overall performance, the Wolfpack rank 63rd in points per 100 possessions, scoring an average of 113.2, and 45th in points allowed per 100 possessions, giving up an average of 98.6. With a power ranking of 220, they are ranked 108th in offense, scoring an average of 76.95 points per game, and 42nd in defense, allowing an average of 65.55 points per game. Offensively, Nevada has a field goal percentage of 47.50% (ranked 49th) and a free throw percentage of 71.46% (ranked 182nd). They also make an average of 33.99% of their three-pointers (ranked 183rd). Regarding rebounds, they average 35.15 per game (ranked 210th), along with 14.25 offensive assists and 9.35 turnovers per game (ranked 120th and 11th, respectively). Defensively, the Wolfpack allow opponents to shoot 40.27% from the field ( 72-71 Nevada. Ice. In. His. Veins. pic.twitter.com/ZUfn7KG46u