Mississippi State Bulldogs vs UNLV Runnin’ Rebels NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/28/24

The Bulldogs and Runnin’ Rebels are set to face off at 9:30 ET on CBSS. The Runnin’ Rebels will host the game at Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ. Mississippi State comes into this non-conference matchup as the -7.5 point favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 146.5 points.

MISSISSIPPI STATE BULLDOGS VS UNLV RUNNIN’ REBELS BETTING PICK

The Pick: UNLV Runnin’ Rebels +7.5

This game will be played at Mullett Arena at 9:30 ET on Thursday, November 28th.

WHY BET THE UNLV RUNNIN’ REBELS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Runnin’ Rebels.
• Not only will UNLV pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.

Does Mississippi State Have A Chance at Mullett Arena?

Mississippi State Bulldogs Recent Game/Games

Mississippi State picked up an 84-79 win over SMU on Friday, November 22nd. The Bulldogs, who were -1.5 point favorites, covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points reached 163, surpassing the O/U line of 156.

After trailing 38-33 at halftime, Mississippi State turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 51 points while holding SMU to 41.

Mississippi State put up 84 points in their last game, shooting 41.2% from the field and 34.6% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 47.1%, and they hit 76% of their free throws, going 19-for-25 from the line. The Bulldogs also grabbed 16 offensive rebounds and dished out 20 assists.

KeShawn Murphy led the way with 16 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and 66.7% from deep. RJ Melendez added 15 points, while Josh Hubbard contributed 14 points despite shooting just 22.2% overall and 20% from three.

Mississippi State’s defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points on 51% shooting from the field. The Bulldogs allowed 66% shooting on two-point attempts, with their opponents hitting 16 of 24 shots.

From beyond the arc, Mississippi State’s defense allowed 8 threes on 23 attempts, a 34% success rate. They also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 34 times, where they converted 23 free throws, shooting 67%. The Bulldogs gave up 6 offensive rebounds.

Can UNLV Lock in a Home Win?

UNLV picked up a 72-65 win over New Mexico State on Saturday, November 23rd, but the Runnin’ Rebels didn’t cover the -11.5 spread. The game’s total points of 137 fell just under the O/U line of 141.

UNLV led 37-34 at halftime and maintained their edge in the 2nd half, outscoring the Aggies 35-31 to secure the victory.

UNLV’s offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 36% overall and 33.3% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.

Dedan Thomas Jr. led the Runnin’ Rebels with 22 points, despite shooting 4/15 from the field. Jalen Hill added 16 points and 9 rebounds, while Julian Rishwain hit 3 threes, finishing with 12 points.

UNLV’s defense held their opponent to 65 points on 36% shooting, with the Runnin’ Rebels limiting damage inside the arc, where they allowed just 12 made two-point shots on 32 attempts (37%).

From three-point range, UNLV gave up 6 threes on 18 attempts (33%). They sent their opponent to the free-throw line 42 times, where they converted 30 (71%). The Runnin’ Rebels also allowed 12 offensive rebounds.