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UNLV Favored Over Fresno State in Mountain West Conference Clash: 2024-25 NCAAB Season Heats Up

The 2024-25 NCAAB season is heating up with exciting matchups across the country this Saturday, including a Mountain West Conference clash between UNLV and Fresno State at Save Mart Center in Fresno, CA. UNLV previously defeated Fresno State 87-77 in December. In the upcoming game, UNLV opens as the betting favorite at -8, with the current line at UNLV -8.5. Stay tuned for a detailed prediction of the Rebels vs. Bulldogs matchup and more NCAAB picks for Saturday.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Runnin Rebels -373 | Bulldogs +290
• Spread: Runnin Rebels -8.5 (-110) | Bulldogs +8.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UNLV will win straight-up is 79%.

UNLV vs Fresno St. Stats

UNLV Runnin Rebels

The UNLV Rebels recently broke a five-game losing streak with victories over Wyoming and Air Force. In the game against Air Force, the Rebels held their opponents to a low shooting percentage while maintaining a strong offensive performance. Junior forward Jeremiah Cherry led the team with 15 points. Sophomore guard Dedan Thomas Jr. is the leading scorer for UNLV, averaging 15.9 points per game, with junior guard Jaden Henley contributing 11.4 points per game. The Rebels have a respectable offensive rating of 110.4 points per 100 possessions and allow 102.9 points in return. They are currently ranked No. 103 in the NCAA NET Rankings. Overall, UNLV ranks 272 in offense and 107 in defense, averaging 70.72 points scored and 69.32 points allowed per game. Offensively, they shoot 44.92% from the field, 72.36% from the free-throw line, and 34.53% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 43.11% from the field, 71.06% from the free-throw line, and 33.11% from three-point range. UNLV averages 32.60 rebounds per game and 12.08 offensive assists, with 10.36 turnovers per game. On the defensive end, they average 35.48 defensive rebounds, 14.84 defensive assists, and 12.52 turnovers per game.

Fresno St. Bulldogs Analysis

The Fresno State Bulldogs are currently struggling with a 1-13 conference record and a seven-game losing streak. Despite some individual standout performances, the team has been inconsistent on both offense and defense, ranking towards the bottom in various statistical categories. They are currently ranked 279th in the NCAA NET Rankings and have a power ranking of 328. Offensively, they average 72.38 points per game and shoot 40.56% from the field, while defensively they allow 82.67 points per game and have a field goal percentage allowed of 47.64%. The Bulldogs will need to make significant improvements on both ends of the court to turn their season around.

Fresno State Bulldogs Struggle in Conference Play, Face Tough Matchup Against UNLV

The Fresno State Bulldogs are currently facing challenges in the Mountain West Conference, ranking low in effective field goal percentage and opposing field goal percentage on a national level. Their performance on both offense and defense has been problematic throughout the season. It is anticipated that UNLV will have a strong advantage in their upcoming game against Fresno State, as the Rebels excel in ball control and are likely to dominate offensively. In a previous encounter this season, UNLV demonstrated their superiority over Fresno State by outscoring them in the paint by a significant margin and holding a lead of up to 23 points.

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