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UNLV vs. Nevada prediction: Nevada favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/30/2026]
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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get UNLV vs Nevada predictions for college basketball Friday.
Nevada will take on UNLV in men's college basketball action at Lawlor Events Center on Friday, beginning at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts Nevada as the most likely winner of the UNLV vs. Nevada game.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
UNLV vs. Nevada prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NCAA basketball game between UNLV and Nevada 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Nevada a 77% chance of defeating UNLV. Our predicted final score has Nevada winning 76-68.
According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and UNLV and Nevada each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 147.5 points has a 52% chance of going over.
UNLV vs. Nevada odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | UNLV | Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7.5 (-106) | -7.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +285 | -325 |
| Total | o147.5 (-105) | u147.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
UNLV vs. Nevada picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | UNLV +7.5 | -106 |
| Moneyline | Nevada | -325 |
| Total | Over 147.5 | -105 |
According to our best men's college basketball bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 147.5 total points.
UNLV vs. Nevada game-day updates and essential details
Friday's men's college basketball action between Nevada and UNLV at Lawlor Events Center is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: UNLV vs. Nevada
- Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Lawlor Events Center
Conclusion
We predict Nevada, with a 77% win probability, will likely beat UNLV on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate UNLV vs. Nevada insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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