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Duquesne Dukes vs Va. Commonwealth Rams Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: March 17, 2024 at 1:00 PM ET

Venue: Barclays Center — Brooklyn, NY

Article updated Mar 17, 6:23 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Atlantic Ten Tournament in Brooklyn has seen unexpected results with the top four seeds eliminated. The 6th-seeded Duquesne Dukes will face the 5th-seeded VCU Rams in the

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The Atlantic Ten Tournament in Brooklyn has seen unexpected results with the top four seeds eliminated. The 6th-seeded Duquesne Dukes will face the 5th-seeded VCU Rams in the final for a chance to win the conference title and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Duquesne earned their spot by defeating strong opponents, while VCU advanced after wins over Fordham, UMass, and St. Joe's. The title game is set for 1:00 PM EST on Sunday, with VCU being the betting favorite at -2.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Dukes +110 | Rams -130

Spread: Dukes +2 (-110) | Rams -2 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 126.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Va. Commonwealth will win straight-up is 57%.

Duquesne Dukes

Despite a challenging start to the season, the Duquesne Dukes have now positioned themselves as serious contenders for the A-10 conference championship. Led by the impressive performances of Dae Dae Grant and Jimmy Clark III, the team has shown resilience and determination on their journey to the title game. The support and inspiration provided by the coach's wife, who recently battled breast cancer, has played a significant role in motivating the team to excel. With strong defensive play and efficient offense, the Dukes have demonstrated their potential for success on the court. Additionally, the team's statistics in key areas such as shooting percentages and rebounding reflect their competitive edge. Overall, the Dukes' remarkable turnaround from struggling at the start of the season to now being just one win away from championship glory is a testament to their hard work and dedication. When you're feeling it, you're feeling it. #GoDukes | @DGrant_03 | #A10MBB pic.twitter.com/OOuaS8GDLN

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Va. Commonwealth Rams Analysis

The VCU Rams secured a spot in the A-10 Tournament final with a strong defensive performance, defeating St. Joe's 66-60. Max Shulga scored 25 points, with 19 coming in the second half, to lead the team to victory. The Rams, now 22-12, have the opportunity to earn an NCAA automatic bid with a win in the final. Facing Duquesne, who previously defeated them, VCU will need to improve their offense and get a better performance from Joe Bamisile. The team's defensive stats rank them at #51 in the nation for giving up an average of 67.18 points per game. Their offensive stats show they score an average of 72.30 points per game and have a field goal percentage of 44.41%. The Rams will look to bring their best game on Sunday to secure their spot in the NCAA tournament. Joe BAM ‼️ #LetsGoVCU pic.twitter.com/nDT572OsIz

Dukes' Motivation and Execution Lead to Tournament Success: Grant and Clark Shine in Scoring

While inspiration is essential, successful execution is what truly drives results. Throughout the tournament, the Dukes have displayed both motivation and exceptional execution, particularly in terms of scoring. Despite finishing the regular season in 13th place in the A-10 in scoring, the Dukes have managed to score 80 or more points twice in this tournament, thanks largely to the outstanding performances of Grant and Clark. Both players are averaging nearly 18 points per game and possess the ability to dominate games individually. While the Rams boast a strong backcourt, the Dukes' duo presents a formidable challenge that they have yet to face in the tournament, as evidenced by Grant's impressive 26-point performance against them earlier this season. Additionally, the Dukes' solid defensive record, ranking fourth in the conference in scoring defense, coupled with their superior execution in terms of turnovers, make them a strong choice for victory in this matchup. It is therefore recommended to support the Dukes in this game.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Duquesne Dukes+112 → +100Moved
  • Moneyline · Va. Commonwealth Rams-130 → -120Moved
  • Spread · Duquesne Dukes+2 (-110) → +1 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Va. Commonwealth Rams-2 (-110) → -1 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over126.5 (-110) → 131 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under126.5 (-110) → 131 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Duquesne Dukes
18-15 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Va. Commonwealth Rams
26-7 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-03-17T10:23:02.783Z). 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

  • 2024-03-05Duquesne Dukes 69 · Va. Commonwealth Rams 59
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Duquesne Dukes defeated Va. Commonwealth Rams 57-51

Duquesne Dukes defeated Va. Commonwealth Rams 57-51 on March 17, 2024, a 6-point decision in the series. Duquesne Dukes' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 36-22. Against SportsJaw's recorded Duquesne Dukes +1 (-110) spread, Duquesne Dukes covered, while the 108 combined points finished under the recorded total of 131.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • CoversSpread · Va. Commonwealth Rams -2 (-110)Loss
  • MiamimikeSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • MaddogSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • JtmcentireTotal · Over 126.5 (-110)Loss
  • JtmcentireSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • JamescashiolaSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • Kentc_Spread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • GsimmsSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • TweiskoffSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • Roderick806Total · Under 126.5 (-110)Win
  • Roderick806Spread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • KingjamesSpread · Va. Commonwealth Rams -2 (-110)Loss
  • MookiebetsSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win
  • RainmanTotal · Under 126.5 (-110)Win
  • RoycejacobsTotal · Over 126.5 (-110)Loss
  • MauriceJonesSpread · Duquesne Dukes +2 (-110)Win