Omaha Mavericks vs Oregon Ducks Picks and Predictions for Sunday, December 28, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 12/28/2025, 01:30 AM ET

Omaha visits Oregon on Sunday. The Mavericks are 7-7 after winning four of their last five games, including an 85-82 overtime win over Lamar. Oregon enters at 6-6 and has lost three of its previous five games, most recently a 91-82 loss to Gonzaga. This matchup will make you a winner by using our free college basketball picks.

Omaha vs Oregon Game Information

  • Date: Sunday, December 28
  • Time: 8:00 PM ET
  • Location: Matthew Knight Arena, Eugene, OR
  • TV: BTN

Omaha Mavericks Preview

Omaha scores 78.7 points per game and relies heavily on Lance Waddles, who is the team’s leading scorer at 18.0 points per game and also leads the team in rebounds at 5.6 per game. Waddles shoots 51.4% from the field and is the most consistent scoring option. Tony Osburn adds 14.5 points per game and provides additional perimeter scoring. Ja’Sean Glover leads the team in assists at 3.3 per game.

Defensively, Omaha allows 77.4 points per game. Brock Scholl leads the team in blocks at 0.9 per game, while Waddles also leads the team in steals at 1.3 per game. The Mavericks average 35.0 rebounds per game and do not generate many blocked shots or steals overall, which makes defensive rebounding even more important to prevent too many second chances.

Key Stats Per Game

  • Points: 78.7
  • Points Allowed: 77.4
  • Rebounds: 35.0
  • Assists: 14.5
  • Steals: 6.6
  • Blocks: 2.4
  • Turnovers: 12.2

Oregon Ducks Preview

Oregon averages 78.0 points per game and spreads scoring across several players. Jackson Shelstad is the leading scorer at 15.8 points per game and also leads the team in assists at 5.0 per game. Nate Bittle averages 15.1 points per game and is the primary interior scorer. Kwame Evans Jr. leads the team in rebounds at 7.6 per game and provides steady production on both ends.

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On defense, Oregon allows 75.1 points per game. Bittle leads the team in blocks at 2.1 per game. Shelstad leads the team in steals at 1.4 per game. Oregon averages 41.9 rebounds per game, which helps limit second chances and keeps opponents from extending possessions.

Key Stats Per Game

  • Points: 78.0
  • Points Allowed: 75.1
  • Rebounds: 37.9
  • Assists: 15.3
  • Steals: 6.3
  • Blocks: 4.3
  • Turnovers: 13.0

Omaha Mavericks vs Oregon Ducks Prediction

Oregon has advantages in rebounding and shot blocking, while Omaha relies more on guard scoring to stay competitive. Oregon’s interior defense and rebounding edge make it difficult for Omaha to score consistently over a full game. Final Score Prediction: Oregon Ducks win and cover ATS, 82-60. Check out all the sportsbook promos to see if you are getting a great deal on your bets on Omaha. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Oregon with the Kickr promo code. Make sure when you place your bet on Oregon vs Omaha you are using the BetMGM bonus code.

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