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Va. Commonwealth Rams vs New Mexico Lobos Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 18, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET

Venue: The Pit — Albuquerque, NM

Article updated Dec 17, 10:16 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The (9-2) VCU Rams will face off against the (8-3) New Mexico Lobos in a non-conference matchup on Wednesday. This will be the first meeting between the two teams, with a

Game outlook

The (9-2) VCU Rams will face off against the (8-3) New Mexico Lobos in a non-conference matchup on Wednesday. This will be the first meeting between the two teams, with a rematch scheduled for next year at VCU. The Rams are coming off a road win against Colorado State, while New Mexico easily defeated Western New Mexico in their last game. Tipoff is set for 9:00 EST at The Pit in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with New Mexico opening as the betting favorite at -2.5. The line has not moved since opening.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rams +130 | Lobos -158

Spread: Rams +2.5 (-110) | Lobos -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 152.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Mexico will win straight-up is 61%.

Va. Commonwealth Rams

The VCU Rams are on a winning streak heading into their upcoming non-league game against New Mexico. Led by Joe Bamisile and Max Shulga in the backcourt, VCU has shown strength on both ends of the court, ranking 8th in defensive efficiency and 90th in offensive efficiency. With a power ranking of 35 and a 9-2 record, the Rams excel defensively, allowing only 58.10 points per game. Offensively, they shoot 44.58% from the field and 31.65% from beyond the arc. Overall, VCU has proven to be a strong and competitive team this season, making them a solid choice for NCAAB Handicappers looking to maximize profits.

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New Mexico Lobos Analysis

The New Mexico Lobos have had a successful non-conference play, highlighted by an upset win over #22 UCLA but also a surprising loss to rival New Mexico State. The team has won three of their last four games, with standout performances from players such as Donovan Dent, Mustapha Amzil, and Nelly Junior Joseph. The Lobos are ranked 70th according to KenPom, with a fast-paced style of play ranking 4th in the nation in pace. Offensively, they excel in scoring but struggle defensively, allowing a high percentage of field goals and three-pointers. New Mexico has a power ranking of 65, with a strong offense but a weaker defense. In their upcoming game against Va. Commonwealth, the Lobos are favored based on their offensive performance.

VCU Rams Face Tough Challenge Against New Mexico in First True Away Game of the Season

The VCU Rams currently hold a 26-7 record, but a closer examination reveals that their performance may not be as impressive as it appears on the surface. Their most notable victory thus far came against Miami, although this particular Miami team does not possess the same level of strength as previous iterations of the Hurricanes. It is worth noting that this game took place in the Shriner's Classic Tournament for 7th place, a competition in which both teams had lost their initial two matches to reach that position. Miami also faced a challenging period of seven consecutive losses, including defeats against Charleston Southern and Drake. VCU's impending matchup against a formidable Mountain West team on the road marks their first true away game of the season, occurring late in the non-conference schedule as the holiday season approaches. With New Mexico holding a significant size advantage, particularly with Nelly Junior Joseph at 6'10 and 245 pounds dominating the interior, VCU's reliance on perimeter shooting may pose challenges. Donovan Dent stands out as a key scorer in the impending matchup, capable of generating 25+ points and showcasing three double-doubles involving points and assists so far this season. As New Mexico displays strength both in the paint and on the perimeter, particularly within their home environment, it is advisable to anticipate their advantage in the game. Hence, it is recommended to favor New Mexico to cover in this forthcoming contest.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Rams vs Lobos archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Rams vs Lobos matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Va. Commonwealth Rams+130 → +155Moved
  • Moneyline · New Mexico Lobos-158 → -177Moved
  • Spread · Va. Commonwealth Rams+2.5 (-110) → +4 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · New Mexico Lobos-2.5 (-110) → -4 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over152.5 (-110) → 151.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under152.5 (-110) → 151.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Va. Commonwealth Rams
26-7 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
New Mexico Lobos
26-11 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-18T03:16:01.910Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

New Mexico Lobos defeated Va. Commonwealth Rams 78-71

New Mexico Lobos defeated Va. Commonwealth Rams 78-71 on December 18, 2024, a 7-point decision in the series. New Mexico Lobos' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 37-30. Against SportsJaw's recorded Va. Commonwealth Rams +4 (-110) spread, New Mexico Lobos covered, while the 149 combined points finished under the recorded total of 151.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • DrpaulSpread · Va. Commonwealth Rams +2.5 (-110)Loss
  • MiamimikeSpread · Va. Commonwealth Rams +2.5 (-110)Loss