UNLV vs Dayton Prediction College Basketball Picks 12/17/24

In this article, we will formulate a UNLV vs Dayton prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, December 17th at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

UNLV Rebels Betting Preview

The UNLV Rebels are 5-4 this season after they defeated Pacific by a score of 72-65 in their last game. UNLV led 34-29 at halftime and they were able to hang on for the win in the second half. The Rebels shot 44.8% from the field, 44.4% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Julian Rishwain led UNLV with 21 points and four assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Rebels lost three games in a row against Creighton, Northwestern, and Mississippi State. UNLV has scored 72.8 points per game and they have allowed 71.8 points per game, while also averaging 32.6 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game this season. Dedan Thomas Jr. is averaging 16.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while UNLV is shooting 44.5% from the field, 73.4% on free throws, and 37.9% on three-pointers this year. 

Dayton Flyers Betting Preview

The Dayton Flyers are 9-2 this year after they defeated Marquette by a score of 71-63 in their last game. Dayton trailed 36-26 at halftime, but they scored 45 points in the second half in the big victory. The Flyers shot 47.5% from the field, 21.1% on three-pointers, and 56.3% on free throws in the game. Zed Key led Dayton with 15 points and three rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Flyers won three in a row against Lehigh, Western Michigan, and UConn. Dayton has scored 79.8 points per game and they have allowed 67.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.8 rebounds and 17.7 assists per game this season. Enoch Cheeks is averaging 15.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while Dayton is shooting 49.8% from the field, 69.6% on free throws, and 37.5% on three-pointers this year. Dayton will meet Cincinnati, La Salle, George Washington, UMass, and George Mason after this game.

Why Dayton will beat UNLV

• Dayton has won each of its last 24 games against non-conference opponents at University of Dayton Arena.
• UNLV has lost three of its last four road games.
• Dayton has won the first half in 36 of its last 45 games against non-conference opponents at University of Dayton Arena.

Total Points Facts

• Five of UNLV’s last six games against non-conference opponents have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.
• Five of Dayton’s last six games have produced a total of 146+ points.

UNLV vs Dayton Prediction 

Dayton comes into this matchup on a four-game winning streak, which includes wins against Marquette and UConn, and they will be at home for this contest. The Flyers are shooting nearly 50% from the field and they have held their last two opponents to 63 and 62 points. UNLV has dropped three of their last four games and nearly lost to Pacific in their last game. The Rebels are shooting 44.5% from the field and they are allowing 71.8 points per game on defense. Dayton is absolutely rolling right now and they should score 80+ in this one. Take the Flyers to cover at home.