Niagara Purple Eagles
Basketball NCAAB Mon 15 Dec 19:00
Virginia Commonwealth Rams (VCU)
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  6. Standings

College Basketball Betting Preview: Niagara vs VCU

The Niagara Purple Eagles go up against the VCU Rams, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Monday, December 15.

Best Bet Could Be Backing Over 141.5

The total line of 141.5 points looks pretty low and we can take advantage by backing the Overs at -110. We can see Niagara and VCU combining to go bigger.

Both Teams Lost Last Time Out

Niagara Purple Eagles were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 81-73 reverse against Morgan State Bears.

VCU Rams lost their last game, being beaten at home to New Mexico Lobos 81-78.

NCAAB Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
VCU 27-7 2773 2430 343 19-3 8-4 6W
Niagara 8-22 1916 2137 -221 6-7 2-15 1L
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Niagara vs VCU Prediction & Picks

Step into Niagara vs VCU with confidence, armed with our expert match prediction, likely scoreline and a custom-built bet builder for maximum value.

Game Prediction

There’s juice available when it comes to backing Over 141.5 points in this college game and that’s the betting angle we’re pursuing. Our pick is priced up at -110 which looks worth taking.

The college hoops handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key stats to help shape our basketball picks and guide the final call.

Key Niagara vs VCU stats:

  • The 141.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Niagara games on the road.
  • The 141.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Niagara games on the road.
  • The 141.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 VCU games.
  • The 141.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 VCU games.

Over 141.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the top betting sites, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball bet.

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Same Game Parlay Picks

Totals Over 141.5
Spread VCU -29.5
Result & BTTS 60 VCU / Yes

We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Over 141.5, along with VCU -29.5 on the spread and both teams to score 60 points and VCU to win on the Result & BTTS lines.

The same game parlay option is awesome for bettors wanting a personalised multi-leg wager on the same basketball game. It’s especially good if you have a strong opinion on the likely outcomes and the odds for each selection are combined.

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Correct Score Prediction

Niagara Niagara logo 57 - 91 VCU logo VCU

For those looking to get more bang for their buck, consider a correct score wager on the Rams. Backing them to win 91-57 means you can land a potential monster return.

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Niagara vs VCU Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

One-Sided Encounter Expected by the Books

VCU Rams are massive favorites for this college game, with some sportsbooks not even offering Moneyline wagering. Therefore, they’re available on the spread depending on what you expect the winning margin to be.

There is a spread of 30.5 and total points has a line of 143.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 143.5 at -110.

You can find a nice selection of game lines and team props for most college basketball matchups, with the top betting apps creating many different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.

Betting Lines & Odds
Player Props & Micro Betting

The gambling sites will have player props available for each game. Check out the various betting odds and take a view on whether a player’s Total Points, Three-Pointers, Blocks or Steals will hit over or under a certain line.

There are some exciting college basketball micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer. The long-ball option pays better, and in today’s game, you can never discount the three-pointer.

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Team Stats

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Niagara logo Niagara Stats
VCU logo VCU Stats
Moneyline
  • 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Moneyline
  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
Point Spread
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Total Points
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NCAAB Table Select Season

Atlantic 10 Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Saint Louis 28-5 2879 2294 585 21-2 7-3 1L
VCU 27-7 2773 2430 343 19-3 8-4 6W
George Mason 23-9 2347 2160 187 17-3 6-6 1L
Dayton 23-11 2528 2376 152 16-4 7-7 1L
Saint Joseph's 22-11 2419 2306 113 16-3 6-8 1L
Davidson 20-13 2367 2225 142 12-8 8-5 1L
Duquesne 18-15 2584 2481 103 13-7 5-8 1L
George Washington 18-15 2708 2433 275 13-5 5-10 1L
Fordham 17-15 2235 2095 140 12-8 5-7 1L
Rhode Island 16-16 2236 2182 54 10-7 6-9 2L
St. Bonaventure 17-17 2596 2532 64 10-7 7-10 1L
Richmond 15-17 2455 2366 89 11-8 4-9 4L
La Salle 9-23 2148 2370 -222 7-9 2-14 2L
Loyola Chicago 9-24 2204 2500 -296 6-12 3-12 1L
Metro Atlantic Athletic Overall PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Merrimack 23-11 2330 2260 70 13-2 10-9 1L
Siena 23-11 2398 2233 165 11-4 12-7 4W
Fairfield 21-13 2528 2432 96 13-4 8-9 1L
Marist 19-12 2160 1979 181 11-4 8-8 1L
Quinnipiac 19-13 2411 2303 108 10-6 9-7 1L
Saint Peter's 17-12 2054 1984 70 13-2 4-10 1L
Iona 18-14 2363 2340 23 11-5 7-9 1L
Mount St. Mary's 15-17 2178 2244 -66 8-5 7-12 1L
Sacred Heart 14-19 2482 2528 -46 8-5 6-14 1L
Manhattan 12-20 2369 2526 -157 8-7 4-13 4L
Canisius 10-21 1951 2184 -233 7-8 3-13 1L
Niagara 8-22 1916 2137 -221 6-7 2-15 1L
Rider 4-25 1840 2204 -364 4-9 0-16 2L
  • 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