St. Bonaventure Bonnies vs
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VCU Rams set to face St. Bonaventure Bonnies in highly anticipated A-10 showdown, Rams favored in rematch

In an upcoming A-10 showdown at the Stuart C. Siegel Center, the VCU Rams will host the St. Bonaventure Bonnies. St. Bonaventure enters the game with a 15-5 overall record, but sits in ninth place in the conference with a 3-4 record in A-10 play. VCU, at 15-4 overall and 5-1 in the A-10, is on track for success this season. The Bonnies previously defeated VCU on New Year's Eve by two points and have won the last four matchups. As the Rams open as the 11.5-point betting favorite, all eyes will be on this highly anticipated game. For more insight on this matchup, continue reading for our Bonnies vs Rams prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bonnies +515 | Rams -740
• Spread: Bonnies +11.5 (-110) | Rams -11.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 135.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Va. Commonwealth will win straight-up is 88%.

St. Bonaventure vs Va. Commonwealth Stats

St. Bonaventure Bonnies

St. Bonaventure faces a critical A-10 matchup on the road against VCU, with a goal of a possible sweep after their previous victory over VCU. However, with recent struggles, including injuries to key players Chance Moore and Dasonte Bowen, the Bonnies are facing challenges. The team's offense, led by Melvin Council Jr., may struggle without their top scorers. Defensively, the Bonnies have strengths but face issues defending the three-point shot. Despite a strong defensive ranking, the team's offensive stats are average, with room for improvement. St. Bonaventure's success in this game will be crucial for their season trajectory, particularly with the tough schedule ahead.

Va. Commonwealth Rams Analysis

VCU enters the upcoming game against St. Bonaventure in second place in the A10 standings and on a five-game winning streak. Their last loss was to St. Bonaventure, which adds an interesting dynamic to their upcoming rematch. Confidence is high, but doubt may creep in after their previous defeat. Despite possible exhaustion from a recent road trip, VCU knows they must maintain their focus. The team will also be without Christian Fermin, who is questionable with an ankle injury. VCU's offense ranks 211th in field-goal percentage but excels in three-point shooting. Leading scorers Joe Bamisile and Max Shulga, along with strong defensive play, give VCU a good chance for success in the rematch. Their opponent, St. Bonaventure, has struggled in recent matchups against VCU.Overall, VCU's power ranking is 9, with a strong defense, solid rebounding, and a balanced offensive attack. These factors, along with their three-point shooting advantage, suggest that VCU is well-positioned for the upcoming game.

St. Bonaventure Expected to Keep VCU Game Close Despite Missing Key Players

Despite the likelihood of a St. Bonaventure loss, the team is expected to keep the game within a 12-point margin. Just a few weeks ago, they emerged victorious against VCU at home, demonstrating their strong defensive capabilities. Although they are missing some key players for this upcoming game, their defensive strategy is adaptable and effective. Given the defensive strengths of both teams, a 12.5-point spread appears excessive for a game that is likely to be low-scoring. St. Bonaventure has a history of luring VCU into relying on long-range shooting, a tactic that may work in their favor considering VCU's shooting percentage. Additionally, the Bonnies have consistently covered the spread in recent matchups with VCU. This trend is expected to continue in the upcoming game, adding to the intensity of this rivalry.

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