Robert Morris Colonials vs West Virginia Mountaineers Betting Picks & Predictions
The Robert Morris Colonials will face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers at the WVU Coliseum in a non-conference college basketball game to kick off the season. Last
Game outlook
The Robert Morris Colonials will face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers at the WVU Coliseum in a non-conference college basketball game to kick off the season. Last year, the Colonials finished with a record of 10-22 and were eliminated in the first round of the Horizon League Tournament. The Mountaineers also had a tough season, ending with a 9-23 record and a first-round loss in the Big 12 Championship Tournament. West Virginia is heavily favored to win, with the current line set at West Virginia -18.5 after opening at -16.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Colonials +1,000 | Mountaineers -2,000
Spread: Colonials +18.5 (-110) | Mountaineers -18.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 144 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that West Virginia will win straight-up is 95%.
Robert Morris Colonials
The Robert Morris Colonials are aiming for improvement this season after finishing with a 22-11 record. Despite the departure of key players such as Josh Corbin, Stephaun Walker, and TJ Wainwright, returning players Markeese Hastings and Justice Williams will be crucial to the team. Coach Andrew Toole, in his 14th year with the Colonials, is focused on progressing further. Last season, the team struggled offensively, averaging 72.7 points per game (200th in the nation), while defensively allowing 75.8 points per game (288th). In terms of statistics, the Colonials rank 269th overall, with notable percentages in field goals (43.24%), free throws (71.26%), and three-pointers (33.76%). Defensively, they allow higher percentages in field goals (46.51%), free throws (72.30%), and three-pointers (34.20%). The team averages rebounds, assists, and turnovers are also outlined. No injuries are currently reported for Robert Morris.