UNLV Runnin’ Rebels vs. Colorado State Rams Free Prediction 03/09/19

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The Colorado State Rams (12-18, 7-10 MWC) welcome the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (16-13, 10-7 MWC) to Moby Arena as the regular season comes to a close. Action begins at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 9, 2019, and can be seen on ESPN 3.

UNLV Runnin’ Rebels at Colorado State Rams ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Rams fell to the Utah State Aggies, 100-96, while the Runnin’ Rebels were victorious over the Boise State Broncos, 85-81.

The Runnin’ Rebels held the Broncos to an offensive rebounding percentage of 13.3 (below their season average of 24.6) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.600 (above their season average of 0.495). Colorado State, on the other hand, did an excellent job of getting and making free throws (20-26; 76.9 percent). Colorado State was lifted by J.D. Paige, who had 29 points and six assists. Meanwhile, Amauri Hardy had a solid performance for UNLV, contributing 16 points and 11 rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Kris Clyburn led the Runnin’ Rebels to a 78-76 win. He recorded a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds. One of UNLV’s biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 20-24 (83.3 percent), while the Rams were just 10-18 (55.6 percent).

Colorado State could dominate on the offensive side of the ball as their sharp-shooting offense faces off against one of the NCAA’s worst defenses. The Rams currently rank 31st in effective field goal percentage (0.552), while UNLV ranks 253rd in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.519).

UNLV Runnin’ Rebels at Colorado State Rams Odds Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – UNLV, ATS Winner – UNLV, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • UNLV ranks 37th in three pointers allowed per game (19.5) while Colorado State ranks 233rd (24.9).
  • The Rams are 10th in the country with 2.2 blocks allowed per game while the Runnin’ Rebels are 19th with 2.4 blocks allowed per game.
  • The Runnin’ Rebels rank 27th in rebounds per game (38.7) while the Rams rank 204th (34.1).
  • Colorado State ranks 63rd in assists per game (14.8) while UNLV ranks 123rd in assists allowed per game (12.9).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Runnin’ Rebels have scored an average of 70.8 points per game (3.5 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.0 points per game (3.1 below their season average).
  • The Rams’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.8, up from 0.0 for the season.