Robert Morris Colonials at UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Free Prediction 12/21/19

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The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (4-8) will be at home in the Thomas & Mack Center when they square off with the Robert Morris Colonials (4-8). The game starts at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 21, 2019.

Robert Morris Colonials vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Runnin’ Rebels were beaten by the Pacific Tigers, 74-66, while the Colonials were victorious over the Central Michigan Chippewas, 83-79.

The Colonials forced 16 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.576 (above their season average of 0.469). UNLV, on the other hand, did a great job of making free throws (18-22; 81.8 percent). UNLV was lifted by Amauri Hardy, who finished with 19 points. Josh Williams led the way for Robert Morris, finishing with 24 points and eight rebounds.

It could be an error-filled game for the UNLV offense. UNLV ranks 320th in the NCAA in ball protection (turnover percentage of 22.7 percent), while the disruptive defense of Robert Morris forces the 72nd-most turnovers in the country (22.5 percent).

Robert Morris Colonials vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UNLV, ATS Winner – UNLV, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Robert Morris ranks 45th in assists per game (15.3) while UNLV ranks 182nd (11.6).
  • The Colonials average 7.4 steals per game, which ranks 69th in the nation. The Runnin’ Rebels rank 111th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
  • UNLV averages 3.0 blocks per game, which ranks 109th in the country. Robert Morris ranks 139th in blocks allowed per game (4.4).
  • The Runnin’ Rebels rank 42nd in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while the Colonials rank 159th (35.9).
  • Robert Morris averages 25.0 three pointers per game, which ranks 70th in the country. UNLV ranks 161st in three pointers allowed per game (23.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 75.6 points per game (7.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 70.2 points per game (1.0 below their season average).
  • The Runnin’ Rebels’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 4.8, up from 2.6 for the season.