Indiana State Sycamores vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Prediction 12/23/18

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The Indiana State Sycamores (7-3) challenge the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (6-4) in the Diamond Head Classic at Stan Sheriff Center. Action begins at 4:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 23, 2018, and can be seen on ESPN2.

Indiana State Sycamores vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Odds

Both teams fell in their last game. The Runnin’ Rebels fell to the Loyola Marymount Lions, 61-50, while the Sycamores were defeated by the Ball State Cardinals, 86-69.

Indiana State had a better offensive rebounding percentage (40.9 vs. 44.4) while UNLV had a better offensive rebounding percentage (32.3 vs. 28.9). Shakur Juiston put together a solid game for UNLV with 12 points and seven rebounds. Tyreke Key, meanwhile led the way for Indiana State, contributing 16 points and seven rebounds.

Tyreke Key has really been playing well recently for Indiana State, averaging 0 points over the last five games.

UNLV should have an advantage on the offensive glass in this contest. The Runnin’ Rebels rank second in offensive rebounding percentage (43.8 percent), while Indiana State ranks 242nd in defensive rebounding percentage (70.2 percent).

Indiana State Sycamores vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – UNLV, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • UNLV ranks 16th in three pointers allowed per game (18.0) while Indiana State ranks 174th (24.2).
  • The Runnin’ Rebels rank 44th in assists allowed per game (11.3) while the Sycamores rank 133rd (13.6).
  • UNLV ranks 40th in blocks per game (4.6) while Indiana State ranks 111th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
  • The Sycamores rank 42nd in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Runnin’ Rebels rank 153rd (7.8).
  • UNLV ranks 20th in rebounds per game (41.3) while Indiana State ranks 122nd (36.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Sycamores’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 8.4, up from 3.0 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Runnin’ Rebels have scored an average of 73.6 points per game (0.4 above their season average) and allowed an average of 62.8 points per game (4.9 below their season average).