The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels start their season against the Loyola Marymount Lions (1-0) at Thomas & Mack Center. The game gets underway at 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 10, 2018.
Loyola Marymount Lions at UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Prediction
In the Lions’ last game, they dismantled the Westcliff Warriors, 75-43. The Lions had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (45.9 vs. 17.6) and had a much better turnover percentage (16.3 vs. 27.8). With 11 points on 4-for-12 shooting, James Batemon was the game’s high scorer.
Last season, UNLV did not make the tournament following a 20-13 regular season campaign.
The productive offense of UNLV will clash against the bottom-tier defense of Loyola Marymount. Dating back to last season, the Runnin’ Rebels rank 53rd in offensive efficiency, while the Lions were 333rd in defensive efficiency. The Runnin’ Rebels should have the advantage on that side of the ball.
Meanwhile, the Runnin’ Rebels owned records of 20-13 SU and 13-16-3 ATS last season. The Runnin’ Rebels’ games had a tendency to go under the projected point total (53.1 percent).
Loyola Marymount Lions at UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Loyola Marymount, ATS Winner – Loyola Marymount, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
UNLV ranks 41st in blocks per game (4.4) while Loyola Marymount ranks 236th in blocks allowed per game (4.8).
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