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Virginia Cavaliers vs Louisville Cardinals Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM ET

Venue: KFC Yum! Center — Louisville, KY

Article updated Jan 18, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming ACC showdown, the Virginia Cavaliers (8-9) will face the Louisville Cardinals (13-5) on Saturday afternoon. The Cavaliers are coming off a loss to SMU, while

Game outlook

In an upcoming ACC showdown, the Virginia Cavaliers (8-9) will face the Louisville Cardinals (13-5) on Saturday afternoon. The Cavaliers are coming off a loss to SMU, while the Cardinals secured a win against Syracuse. Virginia has a history of success against Louisville, going 2-0 against them last season. Despite this, Louisville is favored to win with a current line of -16. Will Virginia be able to cool down a confident Louisville squad? Stay tuned for our prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cavaliers +950 | Cardinals -1,750

Spread: Cavaliers +16 (-110) | Cardinals -16 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 130 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Louisville will win straight-up is 95%.

Virginia Cavaliers

The Virginia Cavaliers are struggling in conference play with a 30-6 record, having dropped four consecutive games. Despite relying on their defense, they have not been able to contain opponents. Players like Isaac McKneely, Elijah Saunders, Andrew Rohde, and Jacob Cofie have shown potential but inconsistencies. The team is ranked 136th in DI in Ken Pomeroy's restrings and 0-4 on the road. Offensively, they are averaging 61 points per game while allowing an average of 63.41 points defensively. With a power ranking of 336, Virginia will need to improve their performance to turn their season around. For assistance during College Hoops season, top NCAAB Handicappers are available.

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Louisville Cardinals Analysis

The Louisville Cardinals are on an impressive winning streak, seeking their eighth straight victory. Despite a stumble in early December, the squad has been dominant, with a 6-1 record in ACC play. They have beaten tough teams like North Carolina, Clemson, and Pittsburgh, and recently secured a big road win against Syracuse. Key players like Chuck Hepburn and Reyne Smith have been performing well, while Terrence Edwards Jr. has been struggling with his shooting. J'Vonne Hadley has been outstanding and has been a consistent scorer for the team. In terms of rankings, Louisville is 30th in the country according to Ken Pomeroy, with strong defense in ACC play. They have strong offensive and defensive stats, and their overall record is 13-5, with an 11-7 ATS record. The Cardinals have proven to be a strong team with a lot of potential.

Virginia Cavaliers poised for defensive showdown against struggling Louisville Cardinals

The Virginia Cavaliers are a determined team who are expected to put up a strong fight in this upcoming game. Despite facing tough opponents throughout the season, they have shown their capabilities as a team beyond what their statistics reflect. With a challenging strength of schedule ranking of 48th on Ken Pomeroy's ratings, they have proven their resilience. On the other hand, the Louisville Cardinals, while solid defensively, face challenges on the offensive end with shooting percentages of 43.6% overall and 30.9% from beyond the arc. Virginia's strength lies in their impressive defense, although there has been a slight decline in performance recently. However, they have an opportunity to showcase their defensive prowess against a team known for struggling offensively. Additionally, Virginia's proficient three-point shooting, at 35.5%, presents a strategic advantage against the Cardinals, who rank 274th in the nation in defending against the three-point shot.

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SportsJaw Cavaliers vs Cardinals archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Cavaliers vs Cardinals matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Virginia Cavaliers+860 → +890Moved
  • Moneyline · Louisville Cardinals-1,600 → -1,600Unchanged
  • Spread · Virginia Cavaliers+15 (-110) → +15 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Louisville Cardinals-15 (-110) → -15 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over128 (-110) → 130.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under128 (-110) → 130.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Virginia Cavaliers
30-6 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Louisville Cardinals
23-10 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T06:15:15.049Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2025-01-04Louisville Cardinals 70 · Virginia Cavaliers 50
  • 2024-01-27Virginia Cavaliers 69 · Louisville Cardinals 52
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Louisville Cardinals defeated Virginia Cavaliers 81-67

Louisville Cardinals defeated Virginia Cavaliers 81-67 on January 18, 2025, a 14-point decision in the series. Louisville Cardinals' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 39-28. Against SportsJaw's recorded Virginia Cavaliers +15 (-110) spread, Virginia Cavaliers covered, while the 148 combined points finished over the recorded total of 130.5.

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