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Notre Dame Set to Face Virginia in Old Dominion Showdown - Betting Odds and Series History Favor Cavaliers

In an upcoming matchup between Notre Dame and Virginia, a battle of teams on the hardwood in the Old Dominion is expected. Notre Dame recently suffered a 77-69 loss to Syracuse, while Virginia secured a 74-56 victory over Boston College. The all-time series between the two teams favors the Cavaliers with an 18-4 record, including a recent 65-53 home win in January 2024. Notre Dame is the betting favorite with a -1.5 opening line that has not moved. Stay tuned for our Notre Dame vs. Virginia prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Fighting Irish -132 | Cavaliers +108
• Spread: Fighting Irish -1.5 (-110) | Cavaliers +1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 127 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Notre Dame will win straight-up is 57%.

Notre Dame vs Virginia Stats

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Notre Dame suffered a defeat at the hands of Syracuse in their most recent game, marking their fifth loss in their last six matchups. The Fighting Irish currently hold an 8-10 record and are tied for 14th in the ACC standings with a 2-5 conference record. Despite initially holding a significant lead against Syracuse, Notre Dame ultimately fell short as they were outscored in the second half. Leading the team in scoring is Markus Burton, averaging 19.8 points per game. The team's offensive stats show that they shoot 46.7% from the field and 36.8% from beyond the arc, with a 75.9% free throw percentage. Defensively, Notre Dame allows an average of 71.2 points per game and gives up 43.85% shooting from the field. Overall, they are ranked 185th in offense, 177th in defense, and have an overall power ranking of 133.

Virginia Cavaliers Analysis

Virginia snapped a five-game losing streak by defeating Boston College in their recent matchup. The Cavaliers now hold a 9-10 overall record and are currently ranked 16th in the ACC with a 2-6 conference play record. Against Boston College, Virginia took an early lead and maintained control throughout the game, ultimately winning by a significant margin. Isaac McKneely led the team with 21 points in the victory. The Cavaliers have been strong defensively, allowing just 63.9 points per game, and have shown proficiency in shooting with a 52% field goal percentage and 36.6% three-point percentage. Additionally, Virginia has been solid at the free throw line, hitting 74.3% of their attempts. In terms of overall performance, Virginia ranks 361st in offense with an average of 61.33 points per game, while ranking 27th in defense, giving up an average of 64.39 points per game. They have struggled with rebounding, averaging 30.67 boards per game, but have excelled in offensive assists and turnovers. Defensively, Virginia allows opponents to shoot 41.22% from the field and 32.15% from three-point range.

Burton's Performance Boosts Notre Dame, but Challenges Remain as Virginia Looms Large

Notre Dame's performance noticeably improved with Burton's contribution, evident in his impressive 28-point performance during the recent game against Syracuse. However, Notre Dame has faced challenges due to Burton's significant absence this season. The team's rotation lacks depth beyond players like Burton, Shrewsberry, Davis, and Allocco, particularly in terms of scoring options. In contrast, Virginia excels in defense despite a lower scoring rate. While Notre Dame secured a victory in their initial road game, they have faced defeat in their last five away matches. Virginia's strong defensive capabilities are likely to secure them another home victory, extending Notre Dame's road loss streak to six games.

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