The San Jose State Spartans (3-20, 0-11 MWC) and the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (13-11, 7-5 MWC) square off at San Jose State Event Center. The Spartans will attempt to snap their 14-game losing streak. The game starts at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
UNLV Runnin’ Rebels at San Jose State Spartans ATS Odds
In their last game, the Spartans got blown out by the New Mexico Lobos, 92-60, while the Runnin’ Rebels were victorious over the Air Force Falcons, 77-72.
UNLV played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.155 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 15.8 (better than their season average of 15.9). For those same stats, Air Force put up marks of 0.068 and 19.5, respectively. San Jose State, meanwhile, held New Mexico to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.0 (below their season average of 28.6). Ashtin Chastain had a solid performance for San Jose State, recording seven points and 11 rebounds. UNLV, meanwhile, was lifted by Amauri Hardy, who contributed 24 points.
In their first matchup this year, Noah Robotham led the Runnin’ Rebels to a 94-56 victory. He put up 13 points and eight assists. UNLV made 15 of their 31 three pointers (48.4 percent). San Jose State was, on the other hand, just 3-15 (20.0 percent).
The high-octane offense of UNLV will go head-to-head against the mid-tier defense of San Jose State. The Runnin’ Rebels currently rank 94th in offensive efficiency, while the Spartans are 342nd in defensive efficiency. The Runnin’ Rebels figure to have the edge on that side of the ball.
UNLV vs. San Jose State Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Unlv, ATS Winner – UNLV, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- UNLV ranks 18th in three pointers allowed per game (18.6) while San Jose State ranks 296th (28.9).
- The Runnin’ Rebels rank 134th in steals per game (6.2) while the Spartans rank 241st (3.8).
- UNLV averages 38.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 40th in the nation. San Jose State ranks 141st in rebounds allowed per game (34.8).
- The Runnin’ Rebels rank 50th in blocks per game (4.2) while the Spartans rank 203rd (1.9).
- UNLV ranks 108th in assists allowed per game (12.7) while San Jose State ranks 245th (16.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Runnin’ Rebels have been outscored by an average of 7.2 points in their last five games. On the season, UNLV has defeated opponents by an average of 1.4 points.
- During their last five games, the Spartans have scored an average of 63.4 points per game (1.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 88.0 points per game (8.2 above their season average).
