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Dayton Flyers Look to Secure Victory Against UNLV Rebels in Men's College Basketball Showdown

Game time: December 17, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: UD Arena — Dayton, OH

Article updated Dec 17, 12:00 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The UD Arena will host an exciting men's college basketball matchup on Tuesday night as the #22 Dayton Flyers face off against the UNLV Rebels at 7:00 p.m. EST. The Rebels

Game outlook

The UD Arena will host an exciting men's college basketball matchup on Tuesday night as the #22 Dayton Flyers face off against the UNLV Rebels at 7:00 p.m. EST. The Rebels previously defeated the Flyers as underdogs two years ago, but Dayton is currently the betting favorite with a -11 opening line that has not moved. Will history repeat itself, or will Dayton come out on top this time around? Fans can expect a competitive game as both teams look to secure a victory.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Runnin Rebels +530 | Flyers -780

Spread: Runnin Rebels +11 (-110) | Flyers -11 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 141 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dayton will win straight-up is 89%.

UNLV Runnin Rebels

UNLV's recent victory against the Pacific Tigers was a welcome change after a series of losses, highlighting the team's potential for improvement as the season progresses. The team's offensive performance, led by player Dedan Thomas Jr., averages 72.8 points per game with solid shooting percentages. On defense, the Rebels have held opponents to an average of 71.8 points per game, with a strong turnover-forcing capability. Despite some key injuries on the horizon, UNLV's performance on Tuesday night will be telling. With a current power ranking of 323, the team is looking to capitalize on their strengths and secure more wins moving forward.

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Dayton Flyers Analysis

After a 71-63 victory over #6 Marquette, the Dayton Flyers have moved up to 26th in KenPom's ratings and into the AP's top 25. With an impressive offense averaging 79.8 points on 49.8% shooting, including 37.5% from beyond the arc, they are making a statement this season. Despite a 69.6% free throw percentage, they make an average of 23.0 trips per game. Their defense has also been strong, holding opponents under 70 points in four consecutive games and allowing an average of 67.5 points per contest. While they have a key injury to Jacob Conner, their overall performance has been impressive as they sit at #17 in power rankings with a 9-2 record. In terms of offense, they rank #93 for scoring and #24 for field goal percentage. Defensively, they rank #94 in points allowed and #30 in defensive rebounds. Overall, the Flyers are playing tough basketball and ready for their next matchup.

Dayton Flyers Poised for Victory Against UNLV After Upset Win Over Top-10 Team

Dayton can approach Tuesday's game with a strong sense of confidence following their victory over a top-10 team. The upcoming matchup against UNLV presents a favorable opportunity for the Flyers, as their opponents have shown weaknesses in defensive performance. Dayton's adeptness at limiting turnovers will allow for more scoring opportunities against the Rebels. UNLV's previous away game resulted in conceding 83 points, indicating potential vulnerability on their defensive end in the upcoming game. Conversely, the Flyers have consistently held their opponents to under 70 points in their recent matches. With UNLV averaging 64.0 points per game in their last four outings, Dayton is well-positioned to control the pace of the game and emerge victorious. Anticipate the Flyers to exceed expectations and cover the spread in this highly anticipated matchup.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UNLV Runnin Rebels+530 → +479Moved
  • Moneyline · Dayton Flyers-780 → -660Moved
  • Spread · UNLV Runnin Rebels+11 (-110) → +10.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Dayton Flyers-11 (-110) → -10.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over141 (-110) → 140.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under141 (-110) → 140.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UNLV Runnin Rebels
4-4 matchup record · 2-8-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Dayton Flyers
6-2 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-17T05:00:23.588Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

UNLV's recent victory against the Pacific Tigers was a welcome change after a series of losses, highlighting the team's potential for improvement as the season progresses. The team's offensive performance, led by player Dedan Thomas Jr., averages 72.8 points per game with solid shooting percentages. On defense, the Rebels have held opponents to an average of 71.8 points per game, with a strong turnover-forcing capability. Despite some key injuries on the horizon, UNLV's performance on Tuesday night will be telling. With a current power ranking of 323, the team is looking to capitalize on their strengths and secure more wins moving forward.

After a 71-63 victory over #6 Marquette, the Dayton Flyers have moved up to 26th in KenPom's ratings and into the AP's top 25. With an impressive offense averaging 79.8 points on 49.8% shooting, including 37.5% from beyond the arc, they are making a statement this season. Despite a 69.6% free throw percentage, they make an average of 23.0 trips per game. Their defense has also been strong, holding opponents under 70 points in four consecutive games and allowing an average of 67.5 points per contest. While they have a key injury to Jacob Conner, their overall performance has been impressive as they sit at #17 in power rankings with a 9-2 record. In terms of offense, they rank #93 for scoring and #24 for field goal percentage. Defensively, they rank #94 in points allowed and #30 in defensive rebounds. Overall, the Flyers are playing tough basketball and ready for their next matchup.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Dayton Flyers defeated UNLV Runnin Rebels 66-65

Dayton Flyers defeated UNLV Runnin Rebels 66-65 on December 17, 2024, a 1-point decision in the series. Dayton Flyers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 39-37. Against SportsJaw's recorded UNLV Runnin Rebels +10.5 (-110) spread, UNLV Runnin Rebels covered, while the 131 combined points finished under the recorded total of 140.5.

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Tipster picks

  • JohnTharpMoneyline · Dayton Flyers -665Win