UNLV vs Fresno State Picks and Prediction – 2/16/2025

The UNLV Runnin' Rebels are set to face the Fresno State Bulldogs on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the Save Mart Center in Fresno, California. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. PST, with the game broadcast on the Mountain West Network. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

UNLV enters the matchup with a 13-12 overall record and a 7-7 mark in Mountain West Conference play. The Runnin' Rebels are on a two-game winning streak, recently defeating Air Force 77-52, where they showcased a strong defensive performance, holding the Falcons to 32.1% shooting. Guard Dedan Thomas Jr. leads the team with an average of 15.9 points per game, while forward Jaden Henley contributes 11.4 points per game. In their previous encounter with Fresno State on December 28, 2024, UNLV secured an 87-77 victory, with Thomas Jr. scoring a game-high 21 points. 

The Bulldogs have struggled this season, holding a 5-20 overall record and a 1-13 record in conference play. They are currently on a three-game home losing streak and are looking to rebound after a 94-69 loss to Nevada, where they allowed the Wolf Pack to shoot 61.3% from the field. Despite the team's challenges, guard Jasir Tremble provided a spark off the bench in the last game, scoring 19 points.

Considering UNLV's recent form and Fresno State's ongoing struggles, the Runnin' Rebels appear poised to secure a victory. However, Fresno State's historical success against UNLV and their need to end the home losing streak could make this a competitive contest. We simply cannot back Fresno State, and will happily bet UNLV to win 77-65.