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Blazers vs Owls

Blazers Aim to Extinguish Owls' Hopes

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UAB Blazers vs Rice Owls

February 19th 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | Tudor Fieldhouse, Houston, TX

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Can UAB's momentum overpower Rice on their home court?

Grade A-: UAB Moneyline (-190)

The UAB Blazers, led by standout forward Yaxel Lendeborg, who averages 17.8 points and 10.5 rebounds per game, are poised to continue their strong performance in the AAC as they face the Rice Owls at Tudor Fieldhouse. UAB's recent form includes a notable victory over North Texas, showcasing their defensive resilience. In contrast, the Owls have struggled, with a recent loss to Tulane highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. Given UAB's superior offensive efficiency and recent successes, betting on the Blazers to secure a road win is advisable. However, with moneyline odds at -190, the return may be modest. This prediction earns a grade of A- for its high likelihood but moderate monetary value.

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UAB's dominant inside game could be too much for Rice

Grade A-: UAB Spread -4

The UAB Blazers, led by star forward Yaxel Lendeborg, who averages 17.9 points and 10.8 rebounds per game, head to Houston looking to continue their strong AAC play against the struggling Rice Owls. The Blazers are one of the best defensive teams in the conference, holding opponents to just 41.2% shooting from the field. Meanwhile, Rice has struggled on both ends, ranking near the bottom of the AAC in defensive efficiency and failing to find consistency on offence. The Owls have lost four of their last five, including a disappointing 81-72 home loss to Tulane. With UAB’s ability to control the pace and limit scoring opportunities, betting on the Blazers to cover the -4 spread at -110 odds is advisable.

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Expect offensive fireworks as UAB and Rice clash in Houston

Grade A-: Over 154.5 Total Points

The UAB Blazers, averaging 83.7 points per game, enter their AAC matchup against the Rice Owls as the clear offensive favourite. UAB’s high-tempo style, fueled by dynamic scorer Yaxel Lendeborg (17.9 PPG, 10.8 RPG), has led them to some explosive performances this season. Meanwhile, Rice has struggled defensively, allowing 83.4 points per game, which ranks near the bottom of the conference. However, the Owls still possess offensive talent, putting up 70.6 points per game. With both teams prone to high-scoring contests and Rice’s inability to slow down efficient offences, the over on the 154.5-point total is the best bet.

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