Virginia vs Wake Forest Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Feb 2025
We Could See Lots of Points Scored
The Overs is sticking out like a sore thumb considering the line for Virginia and Wake Forest is set at 129.5. We’re expecting a bigger total and -118 is available.
Virginia Have Won 6 of Previous 8 H2H Matchups
Virginia Cavaliers were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. North Carolina Tar Heels claimed a 81-66 win.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons lost on the road in their last game. NC State Wolfpack won 85-73.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Virginia beat Wake Forest when the teams last met. It was a 49-47 scoreline. The past 8 H2H games have seen Virginia land six wins.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wake Forest
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Virginia
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Virginia vs Wake Forest Prediction & Picks
The best betting angle could be wagering on the totals for this college matchup. Our pick is for Over 129.5 points to be scored at odds of -118 which makes plenty of appeal.
We always have a keen eye on team news, while our college basketball handicappers have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the action.
Key Virginia vs Wake Forest stats:
Over 129.5 Probability
According to the sportsbooks, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball wager.
There are ways to boost the odds on an Over pick and some bettors go down the Bet Builder route. It’s effectively a same game parlay where you throw in other selections.
Best Bet
Over 129.5 Points @ -118
Player Prop Picks
Hunter Sallis (Wake Forest) is available at -145 to register Under 6.5 rebounds. We can’t pass up the chance to back Unders considering the Player Rebounds line that is on offer.
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Andrew Rohde (Virginia) can be backed to secure Over 4.5 assists at -120. We think it makes sense to stick with him when it comes to Overs and bettors can be confident with this Player Assists pick.
Latest Andrew Rohde Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Our same game parlay pick is Over 131.5, Virginia +7.5 on the spread and Hunter Sallis (Wake Forest) to get Under 6.5 rebounds.
A basketball same game parlay is an awesome way of cheering on different selections within the same game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single wager. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
Virginia vs Wake Forest 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.
Books Taking No Chances With Wake Forest
With a 76% chance of securing victory, Wake Forest are favorites for this college game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -313. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +250 about Virginia.
The spread is currently 6.5, with the total points line at 131.5. Having a wager on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball bets. If you’re going for Over 131.5, then the odds are -118.
Wake Forest are -230 should you want to back the betting favorites in the Race to 20 points. Virginia can be wagered at +165 to get to the 20-point mark first.
Consider every angle when placing your college basketball wagers. The betting sites have a huge selection of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a bet which matches your prediction of the game.
Hunter Sallis Favorite to Get Most Points
The favorite to score most points is Hunter Sallis. You can get -105 that he scores Over 17.5 points or -120 that he goes Under.
Micro Betting
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.
Last 5 & H2H
- NCAAB: 17/02 2024 Wake Forest 47 Virginia 49
- NCAAB: 13/01 2024 Virginia 47 Wake Forest 66
- NCAAB: 21/01 2023 Virginia 76 Wake Forest 67
- NCAAB: 15/01 2022 Wake Forest 63 Virginia 55
- NCAAB: 07/01 2021 Wake Forest 61 Virginia 70
- NCAAB: 26/01 2020 Virginia 65 Wake Forest 63
- NCAAB: 23/01 2019 Wake Forest 45 Virginia 68
- NCAAB: 22/01 2018 Virginia 59 Wake Forest 49
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Virginia Stats
Wake Forest Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- +7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
- -7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- -7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 141.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 138.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 129.5: Covered in the previous 10 games
- Over 129.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 70.50 pts and allowed 70.60 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 64.90 pts and allowed 73.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 140.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 133.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 129.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
- Over 129.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 70.50 pts and allowed 70.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 69.70 pts and allowed 63.30 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Atlantic Coast | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Boston College
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Notre Dame
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Virginia Tech
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Virginia
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Syracuse
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Stanford
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
SMU
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Pittsburgh
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
North Carolina
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
California
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
NC State
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Miami
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Louisville
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Florida State
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Duke
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Clemson
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
Wake Forest
|
0-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | - |
- 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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