Texas State Bobcats at UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Betting Prediction 11/20/19

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The Texas State Bobcats (3-2) will travel to the Thomas & Mack Center to meet the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (2-3). The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.

Texas State Bobcats vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Odds

Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Runnin’ Rebels defeated the Abilene Christian Wildcats 72-58, while the Bobcats beat the Jackson State Tigers 73-58.

Texas State played a nearly flawless game. They had a phenomenal free throw rate of 0.367 (above their season average of 0.277) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.8 (above their season average of 34.5). Jackson State put up marks of 0.190 and 26.3, respectively, for those same stats. The Runnin’ Rebels, on the other hand, made 12 of their 15 free throws (80.0 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.600 (above their season average of 0.494). UNLV rallied around Amauri Hardy, who put up 25 points. Isiah Small played a key role for Texas State with 20 points and eight rebounds.

The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Runnin’ Rebels rank 18th in offensive rebounding percentage (35.5 percent), while Texas State ranks 53rd in defensive rebounding percentage (74.7 percent) dating back to the 2018-19 season.

Texas State Bobcats vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Texas State, ATS Winner – Texas State, O/U – Under

Betting Notes (2018-Present):

  • UNLV ranks 41st in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Texas State ranks 214th (3.9).
  • The Bobcats rank 27th in rebounds allowed per game (31.7) while the Runnin’ Rebels rank 80th (33.4).
  • The Bobcats rank 25th in assists allowed per game (10.6) while the Runnin’ Rebels rank 145th (12.9).
  • Texas State ranks 84th in steals per game (6.9) while UNLV ranks 166th in steals allowed per game (6.5).