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UNLV vs. San Jose State prediction: UNLV favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/17/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get UNLV vs San Jose State predictions for college basketball Saturday.
San Jose State will face the favored UNLV in men's college basketball action at Provident Credit Union Event Center on Saturday, beginning at 5:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model predicts UNLV as the most likely winner of the UNLV vs. San Jose State game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
UNLV vs. San Jose State prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between UNLV and San Jose State 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives UNLV a 75% chance of beating San Jose State. Our predicted final score has UNLV winning 76-69.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and UNLV and San Jose State each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 145.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
UNLV vs. San Jose State odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | UNLV | San Jose State |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -7.5 (-105) | +7.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -325 | +280 |
| Total | o145.5 (-115) | u145.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
UNLV vs. San Jose State 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 | -105 |
| Moneyline | UNLV | -325 |
| Total | Under 145.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 145.5 total points.
UNLV vs. San Jose State game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball game between San Jose State and UNLV at Provident Credit Union Event Center is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM ET.
- Who: UNLV vs. San Jose State
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00PM PT
- Venue: Provident Credit Union Event Center
Conclusion
We predict UNLV, with a 75% win probability, will likely beat San Jose State on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate UNLV vs. San Jose State insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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