Campbell Fighting Camels vs Virginia Cavaliers Betting Picks & Predictions
The college basketball season is underway with Virginia facing Campbell in an early season non-conference matchup. Virginia is playing their first game of the season under
Game outlook
The college basketball season is underway with Virginia facing Campbell in an early season non-conference matchup. Virginia is playing their first game of the season under new head coach Ron Sanchez after Tony Bennett's retirement. Campbell comes into the game with a 16-18 record, having already secured a victory earlier in the week. The game is scheduled for 7 P.M. EST, with Virginia being the favorite to win with a current line of -16.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Fighting Camels +900 | Cavaliers -1,700
Spread: Fighting Camels +16.5 (-110) | Cavaliers -16.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 129 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Virginia will win straight-up is 94%.
Campbell Fighting Camels
Campbell has started the season with a 16-18 record, exceeding preseason expectations as they were picked No. 13 in the Coastal Athletic Association. The Camels defeated Division III Pfeiffer 96-49, with 14 different players contributing to the win. Bragi Gudmundsson led the team with 15 points off the bench, while Eric Van Der Heijden was the only starter with double-digit points. Last season, Campbell finished with a 14-18 record and lost in the opening round of the CAA Tournament. Despite losing their top scorers from last year, the team has shown strength in both offense and defense this season. Offensively, they rank #251 in scoring, with a field goal percentage of 46.32% and free throw percentage of 72.54%. Defensively, they rank #184, allowing opponents to score an average of 72.09 points per game. The Fighting Camels have shown promise on both ends of the court, with notable performances from key players like Gudmundsson and Van Der Heijden.