The set-up: Pepperdine has lost two of three and I think it'll struggle again here vs. this hungry Runnin' Rebels side. Pepperdine's defense has been terrible of late. UNLV lost its first four games, but the Rebels enter off a big upset win over K-State 68-58 and I think it'll now carry that momentum over here in this favorable matchup and against a team clearly heading in the opposite direction with its performance.

The pick: Momentum is a very real, almost tangible factor in sports betting and it's definitely more important than ever during these weird COVID times. UNLV has faced some stiff competition and it's gotten progressively better each time. I think the Rebels rally and deliver on their home floor. That said, grab the points!

This is a 10* GAME OF THE WEEK on UNLV.