BYU vs. Omaha Odds, Spreads, and Betting Trends for Nov. 6 Matchup

BYU Opens Marriott Center Doors as 32.5-Point Favorites

The BYU Cougars return to the Marriott Center tonight, November 6, 2026, looking to build on their season-opening momentum against the Omaha Mavericks. Tip-off is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET, with the game available for streaming on ESPN+. Coming off a 1-0 start to the campaign, the Cougars enter the matchup as heavy favorites. FanDuel Sportsbook has set the spread at 32.5 points, signaling a significant expectation of dominance for the home side in this early-season non-conference tilt.

Statistical Divide Between Provo and Omaha

The disparity in last year’s offensive output provides the clearest window into why the oddsmakers have established such a wide margin. BYU finished the previous season as the 25th-best scoring team in the country, averaging 83.5 points per game. In contrast, Omaha concluded its campaign averaging 76 points per contest, ranking 170th nationally. While BYU surrendered 75.4 points per game, the Mavericks’ defense allowed 76.4 points, placing them 248th in the country.

The rebounding battle also highlights a potential struggle for the visiting Mavericks. BYU secured 34.6 rebounds per game last season, while Omaha managed 30.7. The Cougars’ ability to control the glass—combined with their higher-tier scoring efficiency—suggests that Omaha will face an uphill climb to keep the score within the 32.5-point spread.

Metric	BYU Cougars	Omaha Mavericks
Points Per Game	83.5	76.0
Points Allowed	75.4	76.4
Rebounds Per Game	34.6	30.7
Assists Per Game	13.3	13.1
Turnovers Per Game	10.5	10.5

Betting Trends and Market Expectations

For those weighing the point spread, the recent history of both programs offers a mixed signal. BYU posted a 16-19-0 record against the spread (ATS) last season, showing a distinct preference for the home court. The Cougars covered the spread in six of their 15 home opportunities, a higher rate than their performance on the road.

Omaha, meanwhile, finished last season with a 14-15-0 ATS record. Their performance was notably split by venue: the Mavericks covered at a .600 clip (6-4-0) when playing at home, but that success rate dropped to .467 (7-8-0) in away games. Given that tonight’s contest is hosted at the Marriott Center, historical data suggests the Cougars hold the advantage in both talent and venue comfort.

The Stakes of the Early-Season Rotation

The total for tonight’s game is set at 160.5 points. With both teams averaging roughly 10.5 turnovers per game last year, the pace of the game and the ability to convert high-percentage shots will be critical. BYU ranked 138th in turnovers committed, while Omaha sat at the same mark. Neither team excelled at forcing mistakes, as BYU ranked 181st and Omaha ranked 308th in opponent turnovers forced.

This game serves as a test for how well each roster has integrated new personnel during the off-season. For BYU, maintaining their high-scoring identity against a team that struggled to stop opponents last year is the primary objective. For Omaha, the goal is to disrupt the Cougars’ rhythm early and prevent a runaway score that would render the 32.5-point spread irrelevant. With both teams entering at 1-0, the result will set the trajectory for their respective non-conference schedules as they prepare for the rigors of mid-November play.