The UNLV Rebels will try to pay off for their supporters and betting fans on Saturday when they play host to the Boise State Broncos at Thomas & Mack Center in NCAA basketball odds action.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Boise State Broncos opened as 5-point underdogs in this one at most sportsbooks tracked at Odds Shark, including Sportsbook. The total was set to open a bit later (check out Sportsbook for the latest situation).
Boise State Broncos vs UNLV Rebels Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Boise State Broncos will look to cover the spread vs the UNLV Rebels on Saturday, as the Broncos are 7-5 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Rebels are 8-5 ATS. Boise State is 5-7 against the total, while UNLV is 11-2 versus the total betting line.
The Odds Shark Power Rankings have the UNLV Rebels at No. 46 and the Boise State Broncos at No. 24 heading into this college basketball betting matchup.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features UNLV's No. 7-ranked scoring average of 91.15 PPG, against a Boise State Broncos defense rated No. 36 and allowing 65 PPG. The UNLV Rebels FG% has averaged 52.36% to date this season, more than the Boise State Broncos shooters have managed so far (46.17% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Broncos blew out Colorado State on Wednesday, running up a 20+ point victory in a 93-71 win at Taco Bell Arena.
The Rebels got a 30-point performance from Shakur Juiston, who added 12 rebounds, as UNLV ran past Northern Colorado 94-91 on Friday at Thomas & Mack Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Boise State home to New Mexico, Wednesday, January 3rd
UNLV at San Jose State, Wednesday, January 3rd