Valparaiso vs Bradley Prediction, Picks & Odds | 06 Mar 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Valparaiso vs Bradley

The Valparaiso Beacons go up against the Bradley Braves, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Friday, March 6.

Over 136.5 points are expected to be scored when Valparaiso and Bradley meet, with this prediction available at odds of -106 and this looks like a value bet.

Valparaiso Beacons previous game saw them claim a 63-62 home win over Indiana State Sycamores.

Bradley Braves won their last game which was at home. It was a 87-78 triumph against Murray State Racers.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last matchup between Valparaiso and Bradley saw the former win. It was a 79-72 scoreline. Bradley have triumphed in nine of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Bradley	20-11	2401	2265	136	16-3	4-8	1W
Valparaiso	17-14	2194	2210	-16	13-4	4-10	1W

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Valparaiso vs Bradley Prediction & Picks

Step into Valparaiso vs Bradley with confidence as we bring you our main match prediction, projected scoreline and a custom-built bet builder. Dive into each section below for the latest insights.

Game Prediction

We’ll take a chance on a total wager after finding that the line is set at a generous 136.5. Expect this number to be surpassed at -106 for this college matchup.

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Key Valparaiso vs Bradley stats:

• The 136.5 line has been covered in the last 9 Valpo games on the road.
• The 136.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Valpo games on the road.
• The 136.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Bradley games at home.
• The 136.5 line has been covered in 17 of the last 20 Bradley games.
• The 136.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Bradley games.
• The 136.5 line has been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Over 136.5 Probability

The best sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 51.5% likelihood of this pick delivering a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this college basketball wager.

There’s a chance to secure larger odds when you wager on the Totals. The leading sportsbooks allow you to move the line for an Over pick until you’re happy with the potential return.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Valparaiso 67 - 74 Bradley

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Valparaiso vs Bradley 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.

The Bradley odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -192 betting favorites to land victory in this college game which means a 66% chance of winning. The market suggests that Valparaiso are least likely to win at +158.

The current spread is 4.5 and the total points line is 134.5. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 134.5 at -110.

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Moneyline

Valpo

+158

Bradley

-192

Point Spread

Valpo +4.5

-110

Bradley -4.5

-110

Total Points

Under 134.5

-110

Over 134.5

-110

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Valparaiso Stats

Bradley Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 144.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 146.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 136.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 136.5 on the Road: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 72.20 pts and allowed 72.40 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 70.70 pts and allowed 75.60 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 150.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 136.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 136.5 at Home: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.20 pts and allowed 73.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 79.00 pts and allowed 71.20 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Missouri Valley	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Belmont	26-5	2605	2247	358	15-2	11-3	1L
Bradley	20-11	2401	2265	136	16-3	4-8	1W
Illinois State	20-11	2352	2116	236	15-3	5-8	2W
Murray State	20-11	2588	2466	122	14-3	6-8	1L
Northern Iowa	20-12	2216	1954	262	13-5	7-7	2W
UIC	17-14	2334	2165	169	10-6	7-8	1L
Valparaiso	17-14	2194	2210	-16	13-4	4-10	1W
Southern Illinois	16-16	2336	2226	110	8-8	8-8	1L
Drake	13-19	2401	2393	8	7-12	6-7	1W
Indiana State	11-21	2354	2383	-29	8-7	3-14	1L
Evansville	7-25	2143	2447	-304	5-12	2-13	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

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