VCU vs BYU Prediction, Bet Builder Tips & Odds

By Danny Lewis, NCAAB Analyst | Published: 1 month ago | Last Updated: Mar 20, 21:37 | 4 min read

Virginia Commonwealth Rams (VCU)

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Brigham Young Cougars (BYU)

  1. Prediction
  2. Bet Builder
  3. Odds
  4. Player Props
  5. Team Stats
  6. Standings

The Value Lies With BYU

No. 11 VCU Rams (28-6, 15-3 A-10) take on No. 6 BYU Cougars (24-9, 14-6 Big 12) in this East Region first round game at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado.

BYU at -2.5 could be the best bet to have on the spread. Odds of 1.93 are available and our prediction is a solid win when they go up against VCU.

Big Loss for BYU in Previous Game

VCU Rams claimed a victory in their previous game. A 68-63 home win occurred against George Mason Patriots.

Brigham Young Cougars suffered a defeat in their last game. A 74-54 scoreline occurred on the road against Houston Cougars.

NCAAB Regular Season Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
VCU 28-6 2622 2121 501 21-1 7-5 3W
BYU 24-9 2672 2339 333 18-2 6-7 1L
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Expert College Basketball Analysis

The college basketball forecasts are only made once we have established the latest team news. It’s also important to study the form and investigate the most relevant stats to get the full picture.

Key VCU vs BYU stats:

  • The -2.5 line has been covered by BYU in 8 of their last 10 games.
  • The -2.5 line has been covered by BYU in 4 of their last 5 games.

VCU vs BYU Prediction

We’re bullish about the market leaders on the spread at -2.5. BYU should be able to win this college contest by a comfortable margin and you can get 1.93.

You have the choice to buy or sell points depending on which direction you want to move the line. Decide whether or not you want to play it safer or take a riskier option.

BYU -2.5 Probability

The sportsbooks make it a 51.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It's therefore regarded as a value wager.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Joe Bamisile Over 1.5 Assists 2.22 bet365 logo

Joe Bamisile (VCU) can be backed to record Over 1.5 assists at 2.22. We feel pretty confident that he’ll be able to cover the Player Assists total which looks generous.

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Keba Keita Over 7.5 Points 1.98 bet365 logo

Keba Keita (BYU) is available at 1.98 to record Over 7.5 points. It makes sense to bet on him to cover the line when it comes to this Player Points wager.

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VCU vs BYU Bet Builder Tips

Spread BYU -2.5
Totals Over 145.5
Player Assists Joe Bamisile Over 1.5

Take a same game parlay that incorporates BYU to cover the -2.5 spread combined with Over 145.5. Add in Joe Bamisile (VCU) to get Over 1.5 assists.

The bet builder option allows you to combine different outcomes within the same game. You need all your picks to be correct although bettors love to place a tailored basketball bet on the matchup which interests them most.

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Correct Score Prediction

VCU VCU logo 73 - 78 BYU logo BYU

There are lots of different betting angles including the chance to back BYU on the correct score lines. For example, a 78-73 victory in their favor is available at massive odds.

VCU vs BYU Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Encounter in the Eyes of the Books

You can back Brigham Young Cougars at 1.79 to win against VCU Rams, with the latter trading at 2.05. There is a 56% chance of the hosts winning according to the top sportsbooks.

The current spread is 2.5 and the total points line is 147.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you fancy Over 147.5, this outcome can be backed at 1.87.

Wagering on the Race to 20 Points allows bettors to back favorites BYU at 1.71. On the flip side, VCU are 2.00 should you think they’ll get to this total first.

There are stacks of game lines and team props s when it comes to wagering on college basketball and we recommend visiting the top betting sites to find the bet that matches your view on the contest.

Betting Lines & Odds

Richie Saunders Favorite to Score the Most Baskets

Richie Saunders is the favorite to hit the most buckets. You can back 1.97 that he gets Over 16.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at 1.80.

Player Points

Player Assists

Player Rebounds

Micro Betting

For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, college basketball micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on the Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

VCU logo VCU Stats

Brigham Young Cougars logo Brigham Young Cougars Stats

Moneyline

  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

  • 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

NCAAB Regular Season Table Select Season

Big 12 Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Houston 30-4 2523 1988 535 20-3 10-1 13W
Texas Tech 25-8 2670 2230 440 17-4 8-4 1L
BYU 24-9 2672 2339 333 18-2 6-7 1L
Iowa State 24-9 2652 2246 406 17-2 7-7 1L
Arizona 22-12 2779 2463 316 15-5 7-7 1L
Kansas 21-12 2515 2286 229 15-3 6-9 1L
West Virginia 19-13 2181 2074 107 14-6 5-7 1L
Baylor 19-14 2523 2282 241 15-3 4-11 1L
Cincinnati 18-15 2328 2169 159 12-5 6-10 1L
TCU 16-16 2162 2199 -37 14-6 2-10 3L
Utah 16-16 2409 2310 99 15-5 1-11 3L
Kansas State 16-17 2337 2297 40 13-7 3-10 1L
UCF 16-17 2604 2657 -53 13-6 3-11 1L
Oklahoma State 15-17 2323 2448 -125 13-5 2-12 1L
Colorado 14-20 2377 2430 -53 12-7 2-13 1L
Arizona State 13-19 2366 2447 -81 8-10 5-9 5L
Atlantic 10 Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
VCU 28-6 2622 2121 501 21-1 7-5 3W
George Mason 26-8 2411 2152 259 19-1 7-7 1L
Dayton 22-10 2406 2242 164 17-5 5-5 1L
Loyola Chicago 22-11 2426 2265 161 17-3 5-8 1L
St. Bonaventure 22-11 2278 2143 135 13-4 9-7 1L
Saint Joseph's 22-12 2562 2333 229 17-5 5-7 1L
George Washington 21-12 2430 2238 192 16-4 5-8 1L
Rhode Island 18-13 2419 2328 91 16-4 2-9 1L
Saint Louis 19-14 2449 2320 129 15-3 4-11 1L
Davidson 17-16 2393 2334 59 13-6 4-10 1L
La Salle 14-19 2376 2465 -89 10-6 4-13 1L
Duquesne 13-19 2212 2155 57 10-9 3-10 3L
UMass 12-20 2333 2399 -66 8-12 4-8 3L
Fordham 12-21 2452 2573 -121 8-8 4-13 1L
Richmond 10-22 2137 2302 -165 6-10 4-12 5L
  • Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
  • PF = Total Points For
  • PA = Total Points Against
  • N. Pts = Point Differential
  • Home = Home Record
  • Away = Away Record
  • Strk = Current Streak

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