Nevada Wolf Pack (8-1) vs. Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors (7-1)
Nevada vs. Hawai’i 12/17/23 – An intriguing NCAA Men’s Basketball matchup awaits as Nevada Wolf Pack, boasting an outstanding 8-1 record, faces off against Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors who boast 7-1 records themselves. Fans can witness all the action live via ESP+ for this high-stakes encounter that promises skillful plays and strategic expertise from both teams this season – making this an exciting spectacle and perfect opportunity for sports enthusiasts looking for today’s top NCAAB free picks!
Nevada Wolf Pack have been impressive this season, boasting an 8-1 record that illustrates their dominance. Offensively, they averaged 79 points per game on offense thanks to a 47.3% field goal percentage and average of 33.3% 3-point shooting with an average of 5.7 three-pointers per game; their free throw shooting success rate sat at 71% as well. Defensively they had 5 steals and 4.1 blocks per game demonstrating their ability to disrupt opposing offense; yet with 9.8 turnovers per game this could also be exploited.
Hawaii Rainbow Warriors’ 7-1 record makes them a formidable adversary. They only slightly trail Nevada in scoring, averaging 79.5 points per game; field goal percentage was an impressive 49.3% while three-point shooting success rates averaged 38.7%; free throw shooting success reached 69.6% as well. On defense, they average 5.4 steals and three blocks per game and control the board with 35.8 rebounds per game while managing it effectively with 35.8 rebounds per game – however their higher turnover average could prove troublesome.
Nevada vs. Hawai’i 12/17/23 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 10:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Stan Sheriff Center |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Kenan Blackshear (Guard) vs. Noel Coleman (Guard)
Nevada’s Kenan Blackshear stuffs the stat sheet on a nightly basis, averaging 16.2 points, 5.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists for the season. He shoots nearly 56% from the field and brings strong playmaking ability. However, he has struggled from three at just 14% and shoots only 62% on free throws. Blackshear will need to limit turnovers against Hawai?i’s pressure defense.
Noel Coleman leads Hawai?i with 16.9 points while shooting 53% from the field and 44% from three. He doesn’t fill up the box score beyond scoring, but Coleman brings steady perimeter shooting and takes care of the basketball. His matchup against Blackshear on both ends will be pivotal.
Sunday’s game will likely come down to guard play. Blackshear and Coleman are talented scorers and team leaders capable of taking over. However, both can be streaky at times. Whichever player is able to dictate pace and involve teammates more consistently should give their team the edge.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
The current betting odds and point spread are yet to be determined, but they will play a crucial role in shaping bettors’ strategies. Both teams have strong records, which makes predicting the favorite more challenging.
Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Trends
Nevada has an impressive 23-8 record against the moneyline in its last 31 games, showcasing the team’s ability to pull out close contests. The Wolf Pack also have a decided 19-12 edge to the over in that 31 game span, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs. Nevada’s scoring prowess has been evident away from home as well, going over the first half total in 8 of its last 12 road matchups.
Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors Betting Trends
The Rainbow Warriors also play over the total often, eclipsing their team total in 7 of 9 contests thanks to an offense netting nearly 80 points per game. Hawai?i’s high-pace attack has hit the first half over in 10 of 15, showcasing its ability to start hot at home.
Nevada Wolf Pack vs. Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors 12/17/23 Betting Picks
This matchup between Nevada and Hawai’i promises to be a closely contested battle. Considering both teams’ offensive strengths and defensive capabilities, bettors should look closely at over/under bets and game totals.
Top premium daily picks focus on individual player performances, especially the guards, for prop bets. Pay attention to in-game trends for live betting opportunities.
Free Pick and Prediction: Nevada Wolf Pack 81, Hawai’i Rainbow Warriors 78