VMI vs SMU Prediction, Picks & Odds | 05 Nov 2026

VMI vs SMU Predictions

Best Bet

SMU -24.5 @ -110

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We’re confident that SMU can enjoy a big win in their clash against VMI, leading us to go against the spread at -24.5. This line makes lots of appeal and there are odds of -110 available.

We've covered VMI vs SMU across several markets, including our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Each section takes a closer look at the reasoning behind the picks.

VMI vs SMU Preview

The VMI Keydets go up against the SMU Mustangs, with tip-off scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, November 5.

VMI Keydets won their previous game, beating VU of Lynchburg Dragons at home. It was a 115-83 win.

SMU Mustangs won their last game which was at home. It was a 85-72 triumph against Southern Jaguars.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
SMU	1-0	85	72	13	1-0	0-0	1W
VMI	1-0	115	83	32	1-0	0-0	1W

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Best Bet

SMU can finish well clear in this college game and that means we’re going for them against the spread. There is -110 on offer that the favorites are able to cover a -24.5 line.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• The +24.5 line hasn’t been covered by VMI in 5 of their last 20 games on the road.

Incoming team news often impacts the betting lines and odds in significant ways. Our college hoops handicappers factor this in alongside recent form, while key stats are also carefully weighed to strengthen each basketball pick.

SMU -24.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Correct Score Prediction

VMI 64 - 91 SMU

Rather than betting on the Mustangs to win, there’s the option to try your luck when it comes to the correct score lines. Take a chance on a 91-64 triumph in their favor.

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VMI vs SMU 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 latest Moneyline betting odds give SMU a 99% chance of winning this college game which means they’re overwhelming -10000 favorites with the sportsbooks. VMI Keydets are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +3000.

24.5 is the spread and 158.5 is the total points line. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. If you’re going for Under 158.5, this outcome can be backed at -105.

Consider every angle when placing your college basketball bets. The top betting apps offer a nice selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the contest.

Moneyline

VMI

+3000

SMU

-10000

Point Spread

VMI +24.5

-110

SMU -24.5

-110

Total Points

Under 158.5

-105

Over 158.5

-115

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

VMI Keydets Stats

SMU Stats

Moneyline

• 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
• 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +24.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games
• +24.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -24.5 Betting Line: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games
• -24.5 Betting Line at Home: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 158.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 150.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 158.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 158.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.30 pts and allowed 84.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 66.70 pts and allowed 83.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 159.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 158.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 158.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.80 pts and allowed 78.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 82.90 pts and allowed 76.60 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2026/20272025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Atlantic Coast	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
California	2-0	199	156	43	2-0	0-0	2W
Florida State	1-0	112	69	43	1-0	0-0	1W
Pittsburgh	1-0	95	57	38	1-0	0-0	1W
Duke	1-0	84	50	34	1-0	0-0	1W
Virginia Tech	1-0	88	54	34	1-0	0-0	1W
Virginia	1-0	89	60	29	1-0	0-0	1W
Boston College	1-0	76	50	26	1-0	0-0	1W
Wake Forest	1-0	83	62	21	1-0	0-0	1W
Georgia Tech	1-0	75	55	20	1-0	0-0	1W
NC State	1-0	83	64	19	1-0	0-0	1W
Syracuse	1-0	74	58	16	1-0	0-0	1W
Louisville	1-0	84	70	14	1-0	0-0	1W
Clemson	1-0	85	72	13	1-0	0-0	1W
SMU	1-0	85	72	13	1-0	0-0	1W
North Carolina	1-0	80	72	8	1-0	0-0	1W
Notre Dame	1-0	74	72	2	0-0	1-0	1W
Miami	0-1	67	77	-10	0-0	0-1	1L

Southern	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Furman	2-0	200	122	78	1-0	1-0	2W
UNC Greensboro	1-0	96	43	53	1-0	0-0	1W
Mercer	1-0	90	53	37	1-0	0-0	1W
VMI	1-0	115	83	32	1-0	0-0	1W
Samford	1-0	87	58	29	1-0	0-0	1W
Tennessee Tech	1-1	205	176	29	1-0	0-1	1W
Western Carolina	0-1	72	80	-8	0-0	0-1	1L
E. Tennessee St.	0-1	65	75	-10	0-0	0-1	1L
Chattanooga	0-1	70	84	-14	0-0	0-1	1L
Citadel	0-1	52	77	-25	0-0	0-1	1L
Wofford	0-1	59	90	-31	0-0	0-1	1L

• 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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