VCU vs BYU Prediction, Picks & Odds | 20 Mar 2025
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 -108 are available and our prediction is a solid win when they go up against VCU.
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
|
24-7 | 2555 | 2238 | 317 | 16-3 | 8-4 | 3W |
|
BYU
|
21-10 | 2614 | 2349 | 265 | 16-4 | 5-6 | 1W |
VCU vs BYU Prediction & Picks
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 -108.
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:
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.
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.
Player Prop Picks
Joe Bamisile (VCU) can be backed to record Over 1.5 assists at +122. We feel pretty confident that he’ll be able to cover the Player Assists total which looks generous.
Latest Joe Bamisile Player Prop Odds
Keba Keita (BYU) is available at -102 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.
Latest Keba Keita Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
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 same game parlay 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.
Correct Score Prediction
73
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78
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 below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
You can back Brigham Young Cougars at -127 to win against VCU Rams, with the latter trading at +105. 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 -115.
Wagering on the Race to 20 Points allows bettors to back favorites BYU at -140. On the flip side, VCU are -100 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.
Richie Saunders is the favorite to hit the most buckets. You can back -103 that he gets Over 16.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -125.
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.
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
VCU Stats
Brigham Young Cougars Stats
- Game Totals: An average of 135.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Over 145.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.10 pts and allowed 61.10 pts in the last 10 games
NCAAB Regular Season Table Select Season
| Big 12 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona
|
29-2 | 2687 | 2126 | 561 | 18-1 | 11-1 | 6W |
Houston
|
26-5 | 2407 | 1945 | 462 | 18-2 | 8-3 | 3W |
Iowa State
|
25-6 | 2535 | 2038 | 497 | 18-1 | 7-5 | 1W |
Texas Tech
|
22-9 | 2520 | 2249 | 271 | 16-3 | 6-6 | 2L |
Kansas
|
22-9 | 2371 | 2148 | 223 | 16-2 | 6-7 | 1W |
TCU
|
21-10 | 2416 | 2212 | 204 | 15-5 | 6-5 | 5W |
|
BYU
|
21-10 | 2614 | 2349 | 265 | 16-4 | 5-6 | 1W |
UCF
|
20-10 | 2466 | 2365 | 101 | 14-5 | 6-5 | 3L |
West Virginia
|
18-13 | 2166 | 2004 | 162 | 15-5 | 3-8 | 1W |
Oklahoma State
|
18-13 | 2601 | 2558 | 43 | 14-5 | 4-8 | 1L |
Cincinnati
|
17-14 | 2275 | 2098 | 177 | 15-4 | 2-10 | 1L |
Colorado
|
17-14 | 2476 | 2450 | 26 | 15-6 | 2-8 | 1L |
Arizona State
|
16-15 | 2394 | 2415 | -21 | 12-6 | 4-9 | 1L |
Baylor
|
16-15 | 2563 | 2386 | 177 | 12-8 | 4-7 | 1W |
Kansas State
|
12-19 | 2455 | 2514 | -59 | 11-8 | 1-11 | 1L |
Utah
|
10-21 | 2313 | 2458 | -145 | 9-9 | 1-12 | 5L |
| Atlantic 10 | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Saint Louis
|
27-4 | 2722 | 2143 | 579 | 20-1 | 7-3 | 1L |
|
VCU
|
24-7 | 2555 | 2238 | 317 | 16-3 | 8-4 | 3W |
George Mason
|
23-8 | 2290 | 2097 | 193 | 17-2 | 6-6 | 1W |
Saint Joseph's
|
21-10 | 2285 | 2171 | 114 | 15-3 | 6-7 | 6W |
Dayton
|
21-10 | 2328 | 2174 | 154 | 15-4 | 6-6 | 1L |
Davidson
|
19-12 | 2245 | 2096 | 149 | 11-8 | 8-4 | 1W |
Duquesne
|
17-14 | 2451 | 2349 | 102 | 12-7 | 5-7 | 1W |
George Washington
|
17-14 | 2561 | 2283 | 278 | 13-5 | 4-9 | 1L |
Fordham
|
17-14 | 2173 | 2029 | 144 | 12-7 | 5-7 | 1W |
Rhode Island
|
16-15 | 2175 | 2115 | 60 | 10-7 | 6-8 | 1L |
Richmond
|
15-16 | 2388 | 2291 | 97 | 11-7 | 4-9 | 3L |
St. Bonaventure
|
15-16 | 2371 | 2327 | 44 | 10-7 | 5-9 | 3L |
La Salle
|
9-22 | 2068 | 2271 | -203 | 7-8 | 2-14 | 1L |
Loyola Chicago
|
8-23 | 2070 | 2369 | -299 | 6-12 | 2-11 | 1W |
- 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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