UNLV Rebels vs San José State Spartans Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday January 17 2026
Use Code WWWC The UNLV Rebels, currently sitting at an even 8-8 record overall and 3-2 within Mountain West play, are hitting the road for a matchup in San Jose, California. They’ll square off against the San José State Spartans, who have struggled this season with a 6-11 overall mark and just one win and five losses in conference action. Get involved in the action with our free college basketball picks.
UNLV vs. San José State Game Information
- January 17, 2026
- 5:00pm EST
- Provident Credit Union Event Center
- MWN
San José State Form & Recent Results
San José State heads into this matchup riding the momentum of a recent win, though it’s been a tough stretch overall with just one victory in their last five games. In their most recent game, the Spartans came out on top against Air Force, 70-62. Ben Roseborough put on an impressive display, leading the way with 19 points. Adrian Myers controlled the boards and collected 7 rebounds, while Pasha Goodarzi added 3 assists to help orchestrate the offense. The Spartans shot a strong 47% from the field and had a respectable 38% success rate on three-pointers. They did well to take care of the basketball, only committing 9 turnovers, and showed control throughout, maintaining the lead for nearly 90% of the contest.
This season as a whole, Colby Garland has been San José State’s primary scoring force, averaging 18.9 points per game. Yaphet Moundi has been another key contributor, putting up an average of 12.5 points each game. Moundi also leads the squad in rebounding, grabbing 7.6 boards per game, while Garland sets the pace for assists, dishing out an average of 4 per game. Defense has been a concern lately, as the Spartans have given up an average of 77 points over their last five matchups. On their home court, San José State has held their own, boasting a 5-4 record and averaging 78.1 points per game in those games. As they gear up to host UNLV on Saturday evening, the Spartans will be aiming to extend their current winning streak to two games and, at the same time, avoid picking up what would be their sixth loss in Mountain West conference play. The Spartans are hopeful that recent improvements will translate into continued success as this important matchup approaches.
UNLV Form & Recent Results
UNLV heads into this game with some momentum, having come off a win and taking three victories out of their last five games. Their most recent game was an exciting overtime battle against Boise State, where they edged out an 89-85 win. In that thriller, Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn was the star of the night, pouring in 33 points and dishing out 6 assists to help lift the Rebels. Jacob Bannarbie made his presence felt on the boards, grabbing 8 rebounds. As a team, UNLV knocked down 33% of their three-pointers, turned the ball over 13 times, and collected 40 total rebounds in the game.
Get Free $30 Credit for Premium Picks + Exclusive Discounts
Subscribe Now
This season, Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn has been leading the charge for the Rebels offensively, averaging 17.3 points per game. Kimani Hamilton has also been a key contributor, putting up an average of 12.6 points. Jacob Bannarbie tops the team on the glass with an average of 6.7 rebounds a game. When it comes to setting up their teammates, both Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn and Howie Fleming Jr. have been the main facilitators, each averaging 2.9 assists per game. In their last five games, UNLV is scoring an average of 74.6 points, showing some consistency on the offensive end. On the road, the Rebels have split their games with a 2-2 record, managing a slightly lower average of 73.8 points per game away from home. Now, as they prepare to take on the San José State Spartans in another conference matchup, the Rebels are looking to add a fourth Mountain West victory to their season tally, hoping to build on their recent success against a struggling opponent.
Key Stats
- UNLV Rebels this season: 45% field goal percentage, 37.4 rebounds, 14.7 assists, 4.4 blocks, 9.1 steals per game
- San José State Spartans this season: 44% field goal percentage, 31.2 rebounds, 10.9 assists, 2.2 blocks, 6.4 steals per game
UNLV vs. San José State Picks and Prediction
San José State has had a tough season, losing five out of their six games against other Mountain West Conference teams. Meanwhile, UNLV is aiming to come out strong and challenge the Spartans’ defense right from the opening tip-off, hoping their offense can set the pace early. For the Rebels, performing well on the boards will be key. They'll need to grab crucial rebounds and limit San José State’s second-chance opportunities if they want to keep the Spartans from building any much-needed momentum. If UNLV can get stops and control the rebounds, it could go a long way toward finishing the game with a win. Final Score Prediction, UNLV Rebels win 81-70.
Betting on College Basketball?
- Join Winners and Whiners premium for free and get a free $30 coupon with code FREE30
- Get started and wager on college hoops today with our favorite online sportsbooks
- Claim a CBB betting bonus offer with the best sportsbook promos
Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Paid Back if your First Bet Does Not Win
New Users – Bet $5 Get $200 in Bet Reset Tokens for 5 Days
