The college basketball betting odds menu features a clash between Iowa and Nebraska-Omaha on Saturday, with the host Hawkeyes trying to win and cover the NCAA basketball point spread line.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Betting fans looking to side with the Iowa Hawkeyes to cover the point spread in this one found them as -9-point favorites earlier in the day. Watch for line moves and updates at Sportsbook before gametime.
Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks vs Iowa Hawkeyes Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Iowa Hawkeyes sit at 3-4 (0-4 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks are currently 3-4 (3-3 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? Iowa is 3-1 OU, and Nebraska-Omaha is 3-3 OU.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Iowa Hawkeyes rated this week at No. 193 and the Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks sitting at No. 208.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features Iowa's No. 25-ranked scoring average of 85.14 PPG, against a Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks defense rated No. 232 and allowing 79.29 PPG. The Iowa Hawkeyes FG% has averaged 45.84% to date this season, more than the Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks shooters have managed so far (45.05% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Mavericks got 20 points from Tra-Deon Hollins as Nebraska-Omaha ran past Cal State-Fullerton 83-73 on Wednesday at Titan Gym.
The Hawkeyes endured a 92-78 loss at the hands of the Fighting Irish on Tuesday, despite a 23-point effort from Jordan Bohannon at Joyce Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Nebraska-Omaha at Iowa State, Monday, December 5th
Iowa at Stetson, Monday, December 5th