Cincinnati Bearcats vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Free Prediction

Victor TrejosArticles, Basketball, College Basketball

The Cincinnati Bearcats (6-1) and the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (4-2) battle at Thomas & Mack Center. The Bearcats look to continue their six-game winning streak. The game can be seen on CBS Sports Network at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018.

Cincinnati Bearcats vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Odds

In their last contest, the Runnin’ Rebels fell to the Valparaiso Crusaders, 72-64, while the Bearcats dismantled the UAPB Golden Lions, 105-49.

The Bearcats forced 31 turnovers and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.727 (above their season average of 0.494). UNLV, on the other hand, had a better offensive rebounding percentage (40.0 vs. 37.0). Shakur Juiston had a solid performance for UNLV with 14 points and 19 rebounds. Cincinnati, meanwhile, was lifted by Justin Jenifer, who contributed 13 points.

It will be a showdown of opposite paces as the fast-breaking Runnin’ Rebels will look to push the slower-paced Bearcats. Since last season, the Runnin’ Rebels rank 30th in possessions per game while the Bearcats are 339th.

Cincinnati Bearcats vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Odds Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Cincinnati, ATS Winner – Cincinnati, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Cincinnati ranks 15th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while UNLV ranks 231st (6.9).
  • The Bearcats rank seventh in assists allowed per game (9.9) while the Runnin’ Rebels rank 82nd (12.3).
  • Cincinnati ranks 246th in three pointers attempted per game (19.9) while UNLV ranks 315th (17.1).
  • The Bearcats rank 13th in rebounds allowed per game (30.7) while the Runnin’ Rebels rank 125th (34.1).
  • Cincinnati ranks 10th in blocks per game (5.4) while UNLV ranks 97th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).