Virginia Tech Hokies vs Ohio St. Buckeyes Betting Picks & Predictions
The NIT Tournament has advanced to the Second Round with a matchup between the Virginia Tech Hokies and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Virginia Tech and Ohio State both secured
Game outlook
The NIT Tournament has advanced to the Second Round with a matchup between the Virginia Tech Hokies and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Virginia Tech and Ohio State both secured wins in the First Round, with Virginia Tech beating Richmond 74-58 and Ohio State defeating Cornell 88-83. The winner of this game will move on to face the winner of Wake Forest and Georgia in the quarterfinals. Tipoff is set for 7:00 EST at Value City Arena on Ohio State's campus. Ohio State is currently favored to win by 4 points, with the betting line remaining unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Hokies +155 | Buckeyes -180
Spread: Hokies +4 (-110) | Buckeyes -4 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 150 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio St. will win straight-up is 64%.
Virginia Tech Hokies
Virginia Tech advanced to the second round of the NIT after defeating Richmond at home, but will now face Ohio State in Columbus. The team, led by third team All-ACC member Sean Padulla, relies on top scorers such as Hunter Cattoor and Lynn Kidd. Despite missing forward Mekhi Long due to injury, Virginia Tech ranks 56th overall in KenPom's rankings, with an offense that hits 46.67% of field goals and 79.05% of free throws. Defensively, the team allows 45.69% of field goals and 72.71% of free throws. Overall, the Hokies are offense-focused with strong free throw shooting, but struggle defensively with three-pointers and rebounding.