Kansas City Roos vs Omaha Mavericks Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Kansas City vs Omaha NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Omaha.

Kansas City vs Omaha Prediction

Betting on today's Roos and Mavericks game? Catch the action at Baxter Arena in Omaha, NE, as the Mavericks hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on CBSS. Kansas City is favored by -1.5 in this Summit conference contest against Omaha. The game's over/under currently sits at 139.5 points.

Kansas City vs. Omaha Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Kansas City Roos at Omaha Mavericks
Where: Omaha at Baxter Arena
Date: Wednesday, January 8th
Betting Odds UMKC -1.5, UMKC -130 | NEOM +106 O/U 139.5

Roos Preview: Can the Kansas City Offense Score Enough on the Road?

Kansas City improved to 6-7 on the season with a convincing 90-67 win over Oral Roberts on Saturday. The Roos were -8 favorites going into the game and covered the spread, while the total points of 157 exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.

After taking a 37-21 lead into halftime, Kansas City scored 53 points in the 2nd half, but they also allowed 46 points to Oral Roberts during that stretch.

Roos Offense Breakdown

The Roos poured in 90 points in their last game, shooting 57.1% from the field and hitting 50% of their threes (10/20). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 67.3%, and they connected on 82.8% of their free throws (24/29).

Jamar Brown led the way with 16 points and 11 rebounds, while five other players scored 14 points each. Jackson Skipper and Cameron Faas both shot 62.5% overall, with Skipper hitting 3 of 5 from deep.

Roos Team Defense

Despite Kansas City allowing 67 points, their defense struggled, giving up 57% shooting from the field. The opposing team was efficient inside, hitting 62% of their two-point attempts, going 18/29.

From beyond the arc, Kansas City’s defense allowed 10 three-pointers on 50% shooting. They also sent the other team to the line 29 times, where they converted 24 free throws at an 82% rate.

Mavericks Preview: Does Omaha Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?

Omaha improved to 6-9 on the season with an 85-80 road win over North Dakota State on Saturday. The Mavericks entered the game as +12 underdogs but not only pulled off the upset, they also covered the spread.

Omaha trailed 35-34 at halftime but exploded for 51 points in the 2nd half while allowing 45. The combined points of 165 went over the pre-game O/U line of 149.5.

Mavericks Offense Breakdown

Omaha put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 43.7% from the field and 42.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 12 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.1%, and they grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, but only managed 10 assists.

Lance Waddles led the way with 24 points, hitting 5 of 8 threes, while Jacksen Moni added 23 points despite shooting just 2 of 8 from deep. Masen Miller also contributed 20 points, connecting on 5 of 10 from three-point range.

Mavericks Team Defense

Despite Omaha's defensive efforts, they allowed 80 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 41% from the field. Omaha gave up 13 threes, as the other team shot 38% from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of their 34 attempts.

Omaha also sent the other team to the free-throw line 30 times, where they converted 21 of those attempts for 70%. On the boards, Omaha allowed 9 offensive rebounds.

Roos vs Mavericks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

In their last ten games away from home, the Roos have a straight up record of 4-6 while going 4-5 vs. the spread. The team averaged 66 points per game in this stretch.
The Mavericks are 3-0 ATS in their last three home games and 2-1 straight-up.
In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Mavericks have a strong straight up record of 3-0. In addition, their ATS record was 3-0 in these scenarios.
Kansas City has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-2 SU and 3-2 ATS in their last five games.