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St. Louis Billikens vs Richmond Spiders Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM ET

Venue: Robins Center — Richmond, VA

Article updated Jan 18, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

Saint Louis will be looking to improve their standing in the Atlantic 10 conference when they take on Richmond at Robins Center on Saturday night. The Billikens are coming

Game outlook

Saint Louis will be looking to improve their standing in the Atlantic 10 conference when they take on Richmond at Robins Center on Saturday night. The Billikens are coming off a tough loss to VCU, while the Spiders fell to St. Bonaventure in their last game. Saint Louis has a favorable record against Richmond in their recent matchups. St. Louis is favored to win this game, opening at -6 and currently sitting at -7. Be sure to tune in to see who will come out on top in this Billikens vs. Spiders showdown.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Billikens -300 | Spiders +250

Spread: Billikens -7 (-110) | Spiders +7 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 138 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Louis will win straight-up is 75%.

St. Louis Billikens

The Saint Louis Billikens recently had their four-game winning streak ended by VCU, resulting in their first conference loss of the season. Currently tied for second in the Atlantic 10 standings, they will aim to move into first place with a win in their upcoming game. The team averages 76.4 points per game but fell short, scoring 62 points in their last game. Leading scorers included Robbie Avila with 18 points and eight rebounds, Isaiah Swope with 18 points and three rebounds, and Gibson Jimerson with 11 points and three rebounds. Defensively, the Billikens typically allow 70.7 points per game but gave up 78 points in their last game. To improve their chances of winning, they must tighten up defensively. The Billikens are ranked 153 in offense and 170 in defense, with notable statistics in shooting percentages and rebounds. For handicapping assistance, consider College Basketball Betting Picks.

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Richmond Spiders Analysis

The Richmond Spiders have hit a rough patch, losing their last three games after a two-game winning streak. Despite averaging 68.9 points per game, they only scored 49 points in their last outing, shooting 37 percent from the field and 29.6 percent from beyond the arc. The team's leading scorers in the last game were Jason Roche with 12 points, Jonathan Beagle with eight points and two assists, and George Washington III with eight points. Defensively, the Spiders have struggled, allowing 71.6 points per game. To snap their losing streak, they will need to tighten up their defense and improve their offensive efficiency. St. Louis has had success against Richmond in their recent matchups, going 3-0. Bettors looking for opportunities in sports betting should keep an eye on this matchup.

Saint Louis Set to Dominate Spiders in Upcoming Game

Saint Louis has been performing exceptionally well recently, winning four out of their last five games, while the Spiders have struggled with losses in three of their last five games. The Billikens have a clear advantage in the upcoming game due to their strong shooting performance, making over 47 percent of their shots on the road compared to the Spiders' less than impressive 40 percent shooting percentage at home. In addition, Saint Louis excels in rebounding, securing more than six offensive rebounds per game, leading to increased scoring opportunities. Their disciplined ball control minimizes turnovers, reducing easy-scoring chances for the Spiders. On the defensive end, the Spiders have been faltering at home, allowing more than 73 points per game, which may pose a challenge in containing the Billikens. Considering these factors, it is advisable to support Saint Louis in covering the spread in this matchup.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · St. Louis Billikens-235 → -275Moved
  • Moneyline · Richmond Spiders+190 → +220Moved
  • Spread · St. Louis Billikens-6 (-110) → -6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Richmond Spiders+6 (-110) → +6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over139.5 (-110) → 136.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under139.5 (-110) → 136.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

St. Louis Billikens
28-5 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 1-9-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Richmond Spiders
15-17 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-18T06:15:24.909Z). 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

  • 2024-02-28Richmond Spiders 80 · St. Louis Billikens 64
Final result

Matchup pick recap

St. Louis Billikens defeated Richmond Spiders 63-59

St. Louis Billikens defeated Richmond Spiders 63-59 on January 18, 2025, a 4-point decision in the series. St. Louis Billikens' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 27-23. Against SportsJaw's recorded St. Louis Billikens -6.5 (-110) spread, Richmond Spiders covered, while the 122 combined points finished under the recorded total of 136.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CoolioSpread · St. Louis Billikens -7 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 138 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · St. Louis Billikens -7 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 138 (-110)Loss