Miami Hurricanes vs Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

In an upcoming ACC matchup, the Miami Hurricanes will face off against the Virginia Tech Hokies in search of their first conference win. Miami has defeated Virginia Tech in their last two meetings, both by close margins. Miami is coming off a road loss against Boston College, while Virginia Tech covered the spread in a loss against Duke. The game is set to take place at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia, with Virginia Tech opening as the betting favorite, but the current line is in favor of Miami by 1 point. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 EST and will be aired on the ACC Network.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hurricanes -115 | Hokies -105

Spread: Hurricanes -1 (-110) | Hokies +1 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Virginia Tech will win straight-up is 51%.

Miami Hurricanes

Miami Hurricanes will be playing the remainder of their season without head coach Jim Larranaga, who has stepped down at 75 years old. Interim head coach Bill Courtney, a long-time member of Larranaga's staff, will lead the team. Miami has had a challenging season so far, with a 4-9 record and a search for their first ACC win. They are coming off a loss to Boston College, where Matthew Cleveland led the team with 21 points. Cleveland, a senior forward, has been a key player for the team, averaging 12.1 PPG. Nijel Pack, the top scorer, is currently out with a foot injury. Lynn Kidd and Jalen Blackmon will need to step up in Pack's absence. Miami ranks 114th in Division I teams according to KenPom, with strengths in offensive efficiency but weaknesses in defensive efficiency. Offensively, they have been scoring well but struggle defensively. The team's statistics show they excel in field goal and free throw percentage but struggle with three-point shooting and rebounding. Their defensive stats reveal weaknesses in field goal percentage allowed and three-point defense.