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UNLV Favored in First Meeting with New Mexico State Since 1996: Basketball Matchup Set for Saturday Night at Thomas & Mack Center

On Saturday night, New Mexico State and UNLV will face off in a basketball matchup in Las Vegas. New Mexico State, with a 3-1 record, is coming off their first loss of the season to Dayton. UNLV, also with a 3-1 record, recently defeated Pepperdine at home. The game is set to tip off at 7:00 EST at the Thomas & Mack Center. UNLV is the betting favorite, opening at -12 and the current line is UNLV -11. Stay tuned for New Mexico State vs. UNLV predictions to help you make informed plays.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aggies +492 | Runnin Rebels -671
• Spread: Aggies +11 (-110) | Runnin Rebels -11 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 142 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UNLV will win straight-up is 87%.

New Mexico St. vs UNLV Stats

New Mexico St. Aggies

New Mexico State's basketball team got off to a strong start this season with three consecutive wins, but they faced a tough challenge against Dayton and ultimately fell short. Despite trailing by just one point at halftime, the Aggies were outscored in the second half as they struggled with shooting efficiency and rebounding. The team's offense finished the game shooting just 36.4% overall and struggled to make threes and free throws. While they had a solid performance from their bench, led by Peter Filipovity, the team's overall offensive average for the season is 76 points per game with a shooting percentage of 43.6% from the field and 37% from three-point range. Defensively, the Aggies have shown strength in limiting opponents' shooting percentages and grabbing rebounds, but they have room for improvement in areas such as turnovers and defensive assists. With a power ranking of 166 and a record of 3-1, New Mexico State is ranked 210 in offense and 147 in defense in the NCAA rankings.

UNLV Runnin Rebels Analysis

The UNLV Runnin Rebels have responded to a recent loss with two big wins, scoring 80 points in each game while allowing 69 and 59 points against their opponents. With a strong offensive performance, they have been shooting well from the field and the free-throw line. Their defense has been effective in forcing turnovers and limiting their opponents' scoring. Dedan Thomas Jr. has been a standout player, leading the team in scoring and assists. The team has a power ranking of 153 and ranks 120th in offense and 210th in defense. They have a record of 3-1 overall. Their offensive and defensive statistics place them in the top 100 in various categories in the NCAAB rankings. Despite some weaknesses, the team has shown promise and potential for success in future games.

UNLV favored in first meeting with New Mexico State since 1996

This upcoming matchup marks the first meeting between UNLV and New Mexico State since 1996. UNLV has historically held a 26-10 advantage in the head-to-head series, but New Mexico State has dominated recent matchups with nine consecutive wins over the Rebels. Despite facing tougher competition, UNLV has shown versatility with multiple players leading the team in scoring across their four games. The Rebels have also displayed strong free-throw shooting and an ability to draw fouls, which has proven to be advantageous. In contrast, New Mexico State has struggled with fouls, averaging 22 per game. Given these factors, it is recommended to consider UNLV as the favored team in this matchup.

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