The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (1-1) clash with the Oakland Golden Grizzlies (0-2) at the Thomas & Mack Center. The game starts at 10 p.m. ET on Friday, November 16, 2018.
Oakland Golden Grizzlies vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Free Prediction
The Golden Grizzlies are trying to rebound after their 85-77 loss to the Western Michigan Broncos in their last game. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Western Michigan’s biggest strengths. They made 32 trips to the line, while Oakland went 24 times. Jordan Nobles had a solid performance for Oakland, finishing with 14 points and seven rebounds.
In the Runnin’ Rebels’ last game, they easily got past the UC Riverside Highlanders, 72-51. The Runnin’ Rebels had a much better free throw rate (0.380 vs. 0.083) and had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (40.0 vs. 20.0). Bryce Hamilton was the top scorer from either team with 16 points on 5-for-5 shooting from the field.
UNLV figures to have the edge on the offensive side of the ball. The Runnin’ Rebels rank 67th in offensive efficiency, while the Golden Grizzlies rank 257th in defensive efficiency dating back to the 2017-18 season.
Oakland Golden Grizzlies at UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Oakland, ATS Winner – Oakland, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
UNLV ranks 36th in assists per game (15.9) while Oakland ranks 248th in assists allowed per game (14.7).
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