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Alabama State vs UNLV Prediction College Basketball Picks 11/4/24

Alabama State vs UNLV Prediction College Basketball Picks 11/4/24

Alabama State vs UNLV Spread

UNLV will open the 2024-2025 season with an 11-point favorite in their home opener against Alabama State. The Runnin' Rebels finished 14-18 last season and 6-12 in the Mountain West Conference. Alabama State was 21-8 last year and captured the SWAC regular season and conference tournament titles.

Alabama State Overview

Alabama State had a great 2023-2024 season, and they will look to build on that success this year. The Hornets return their top two scorers and seven of their top nine players from last season.
Alabama State has a good amount of experience on their roster, and they are led by senior guard Isaiah Range. Range averaged 19.1 points and 4.2 assists per game last season. He is a dynamic player who can score in bunches and make plays for his teammates.
The Hornets also have a solid frontcourt led by senior forward TJ Madlock. Madlock averaged 15.5 points and 9.2 rebounds per game last season. He is a tough and physical player who can score inside and out.

UNLV Overview

UNLV is coming off a disappointing season in which they finished with a losing record. However, the Runnin' Rebels have a lot of talent on their roster, and they should be a much-improved team this year.
UNLV has a good mix of experience and youth on their roster. They are led by senior guard Donovan Williams. Williams averaged 14.5 points and 4.3 assists per game last season. He is a dangerous scorer who can also create for his teammates.
The Runnin' Rebels also have a talented frontcourt led by sophomore forward Keshon Gilbert. Gilbert averaged 12.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game last season. He is a versatile player who can score inside and out.

Prediction

This is a tough game to call. Alabama State is a very good team, but UNLV has the home-court advantage and the more talented roster. I think UNLV will win this game, but it will be a close one.
Pick: UNLV -11