Denver Pioneers vs Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Betting Picks & Predictions
Denver is on the road playing Nebraska-Omaha at the Baxter Arena stadium on Monday, 12/19/2022 @ 8:00pm EST. Nebraska-Omaha 0 was the opening favorite and current line is
Game outlook
Denver is on the road playing Nebraska-Omaha at the Baxter Arena stadium on Monday, 12/19/2022 @ 8:00pm EST. Nebraska-Omaha 0 was the opening favorite and current line is Denver -2.
At Cornhusker State, two Summit League teams square off in their conference opener. On Monday night, the Denver Pioneers travel to Omaha to take on the Mavericks. In their previous game, Denver defeated non-Division I program Colorado Christian 85-74. On Tuesday night, Omaha defeated non-Division I opponent Midland Lutheran 104-72 at home. In the all-time series between the schools, the Mavericks hold an 11-9 advantage, including a 72-69 victory at home on February 17, 2022.
Pioneers aim to start conference play on a positive note
In their previous game, Denver snapped a two-game losing streak by beating Colorado Christian at home. With a 9-3 record on the year, the Pioneers are looking to reach double-digit victories in conference play. Despite a 17-0 run in the first half, Denver was tied at intermission after taking a 29-10 lead with 9:04 left in the half. With 17:42 to play, the Pioneers took the lead for keeping at 45-43, and held the Cougars at arm's length the rest of the way. Although Denver shot 64% from the field, including four of 10 from three-point range, they struggled at the line to make 17 of 28. The Pioneers were led by Justin Mullins (four steals) and Tommy Bruner (six assists).
With 78.8 points per game, the Pioneers rank 66th in the nation in scoring offense this season. The Denver Nuggets average 34.3 rebounds per game (251st) and 12.3 assists per game (267th). Despite allowing 74.2 points per game, the Pioneers rank 305th in scoring defense. The team's leading scorer this season is Tommy Bruner, who scores 15.8 points and 4.6 assists per contest. Averaging double figures this season are Tevin Smith (14.5 points), Justin Mullins (12.3 points), Touko Tainamo (10.8 points, 6.4 rebounds), Tyree Corbett (10.4 points, 8.8 rebounds) and Lukas Kisunas (10.2 points, 4.1 rebounds). In order for the Pioneers to succeed, Marko Lucic and Ben Bowen must also step up and contribute. As a team, Denver shoots 53.2% from the field (2nd in Division I). As a team, the Pioneers make 4.6 three-pointers a night while shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc. This season, Denver has sunk 69.3% of its free throw attempts.