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VCU Favored to Win Against Duquesne in Old Dominion Showdown

Game time: March 5, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Stuart C. Siegel Center — Richmond, VA

Article updated Mar 5, 6:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In a matchup between two teams from the Old Dominion, Duquesne and VCU are set to face off on Tuesday night. Duquesne comes into the game after a 59-51 victory over George

Game outlook

In a matchup between two teams from the Old Dominion, Duquesne and VCU are set to face off on Tuesday night. Duquesne comes into the game after a 59-51 victory over George Mason, while VCU is looking to bounce back from a close 79-76 loss to Richmond. VCU holds an 8-2 advantage in the all-time series, but Duquesne secured a 79-70 home win in their most recent meeting. Va. Commonwealth is favored to win with a -5 point spread that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Dukes +180 | Rams -219

Spread: Dukes +5 (-110) | Rams -5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 136 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Va. Commonwealth will win straight-up is 69%.

Duquesne Dukes

Duquesne secured their second consecutive victory and fourth in their last five games by defeating George Mason on the road. The Dukes now hold a record of 18-11 overall and are tied for seventh in the Atlantic 10 with an 8-8 conference record. Despite falling behind 14-2 early in the game, Duquesne managed to reduce the deficit to three points by halftime. In a close second half, the Dukes and Patriots traded the lead multiple times before Duquesne pulled ahead in the final minutes to seal the win. Led by Dae Dae Grant with 13 points, the Dukes shot 48.7% from the field and forced 18 turnovers to secure the victory. The team's statistics for the season show solid defensive performance and key players contributing to the offensive output. Duquesne is ranked 247th in offense and 65th in defense, with a power ranking of 115. The team's shooting percentages, rebounding, and turnover statistics are also highlighted in the summary. Additionally, Duquesne is 18-11 for the season with a 13-15 ATS record. For more information on betting opportunities and promos, visit the provided link. pic.twitter.com/1o1KR7hWVR

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Va. Commonwealth Rams Analysis

VCU recently fell to Richmond, ending a two-game winning streak. They currently hold a 19-10 overall record and are ranked fourth in the Atlantic 10 with an 11-5 conference mark. Despite a strong start against Richmond, VCU was unable to maintain their lead and ultimately lost the game. Max Shulga led the team with 19 points in the defeat. Overall, VCU averages 72.4 points per game and is ranked 227th in the nation in scoring offense. Their defense, however, is stronger, allowing an average of 66.8 points per game and ranking 47th in the nation in scoring defense. Shulga, along with other key players like Joe Bamisile and Zeb Jackson, contribute significantly to the team's performance. VCU shoots 44.4% from the floor and makes 8.5 three-pointers per game, with a 36.2% shooting percentage from beyond the arc. The team also excels at free throws, sinking 79.3% of their attempts, ranking 7th in the country. Despite their recent loss, VCU remains a strong contender in college basketball. HERE COME THE RAMS! #LetsGoVCU pic.twitter.com/tjTzIEPyXG

Duquesne Faces Tough Challenge Against Strong Defensive VCU Team at Home

Duquesne has secured a few victories, however, their offensive performance this season has not been particularly impressive. The team has relied heavily on their defensive capabilities to compensate for this deficiency. In their upcoming match, Duquesne will be facing a VCU team that bears a resemblance to their own playing style. Despite their recent win against George Mason, Duquesne has struggled on the road with a 16-11 record this season. Conversely, VCU boasts a strong 13-5 record at home and has triumphed in their last six home games. Known for their defensive prowess, VCU is expected to challenge Duquesne, who has had difficulties on the offensive end. It is highly likely that VCU will emerge victorious in this home game and regain their winning momentum.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Duquesne Dukes+180 → +180Unchanged
  • Moneyline · Va. Commonwealth Rams-220 → -225Moved
  • Spread · Duquesne Dukes+5 (-110) → +5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Va. Commonwealth Rams-5 (-110) → -5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over136 (-110) → 137.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under136 (-110) → 137.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Duquesne Dukes
16-11 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Va. Commonwealth Rams
15-8 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-03-05T11:15:59.090Z). 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

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Final result

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Duquesne Dukes defeated Va. Commonwealth Rams 69-59

Duquesne Dukes defeated Va. Commonwealth Rams 69-59 on March 5, 2024, a 10-point decision in the series. Duquesne Dukes' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 38-32. Against SportsJaw's recorded Duquesne Dukes +5 (-110) spread, Duquesne Dukes covered, while the 128 combined points finished under the recorded total of 137.5.

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Tipster picks

  • SBLSpread · Duquesne Dukes +5 (-110)Win
  • 2387960509Moneyline · Duquesne Dukes +190Win
  • 2387960509Spread · Duquesne Dukes +5.5 (-110)Win
  • 2387960509Total · Over 137 (-110)Loss