The Nevada Wolf Pack host New Mexico on Saturday, looking to build on their 12-3 mark against the 6-8 Lobos in college basketball betting action at Lawlor Events Center.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The New Mexico Lobos were listed as 14.5-point underdogs at many online sportsbooks, including the odds makers at Sportsbook.
New Mexico Lobos vs Nevada Wolf Pack Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the New Mexico Lobos have watched them go 6-8 and 4-9 ATS on the college basketball season, while the Nevada Wolf Pack are at 12-3 and 10-5 ATS. In totals betting, the Nevada Wolf Pack are 9-6, while the New Mexico Lobos have a 7-6 mark.
The Odds Shark Power Rankings have the Nevada Wolf Pack at No. 20 and the New Mexico Lobos at No. 183 heading into this college basketball betting matchup.
Statistical Matchup
Scoring and defensive stats point to some betting edges in this matchup. The game features Nevada's No. 45-ranked scoring average of 82.07 PPG, against a New Mexico Lobos defense rated No. 204 and allowing 75.43 PPG. The Nevada Wolf Pack FG% has averaged 48.85% to date this season, more than the New Mexico Lobos shooters have managed so far (42.4% per game).
Recent Outings Betting Recap
New Mexico cruised to victory on Wednesday, running Air Force out of the gym and running up a 87-58 score at The Pit.
Nevada earned a 80-65 victory over Fresno State on Wednesday, getting 19 points from Kendall Stephens at Save Mart Center.
Next Betting Matchups
New Mexico at Boise State, Wednesday, January 3rd
Nevada at Wyoming, Wednesday, January 3rd