Upcoming Basketball Game Between VCU Rams and Saint Louis Billikens Set to be an Exciting Matchup

Game outlook

This article highlights the upcoming basketball game between the VCU Rams and the Saint Louis Billikens, set to take place on Friday night. With VCU holding a record of 16-8 (8-3 CONF), and Saint Louis at 9-15 (2-9 CONF), the matchup promises to be an exciting one. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:00 ET at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. VCU has opened as the betting favorite with a -5.5 point spread, a line that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rams -230 | Billikens +190

Spread: Rams -5.5 (-110) | Billikens +5.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Va. Commonwealth will win straight-up is 70%.

Va. Commonwealth Rams

Ryan Odom took over as the head coach of VCU men's basketball team this season following Mike Rhoades' departure. The transition has been smooth, as the team currently holds an 8-3 conference record, placing them fourth in the A-10. The team is in close competition with Dayton and Loyola for the top spot, with only 1.5 games separating them. VCU has recently achieved three consecutive victories against Richmond, Fordham, and Dayton. In terms of sports betting, VCU has a record of 15-9 against the spread and 14 of their 24 games have resulted in the total score falling under. The recent win against Dayton was significant for VCU, as they emerged victorious despite being underdogs. The team performed well in various statistical categories, including field goal percentage, three-point shooting, and rebounding. Max Shulga has excelled in the backcourt, leading the team in both scoring and assists, while Toibu Lawal contributes strongly in the frontcourt. In terms of rankings, VCU holds a power ranking of 78. Offensively, they rank 255 in scoring, 34 in defense, and have a record of 16-8 (15-9 ATS). Their shooting percentages are decent, with a field goal percentage of 44.52% and a free throw percentage of 78.02%. Their three-point shooting percentage is ranked 95th in the NCAAB. Defensively, VCU allows a field goal percentage of 39.46% and a free throw percentage of 73.74%. Their three-point percentage allowed is 28.72%. In terms of rebounding, they average 35.92 rebounds per game and rank 33rd in defensive rebounds. They also have a good balance of offensive assists and turnovers, ranking 123rd and 214th respectively, while ranking 10th in defensive assists and 306th in turnovers. how we feelin’ Ram Nation? #LetsGoVCU pic.twitter.com/L8niyWVNNC