Virginia vs. Virginia Tech Prediction and Odds (Back Hokies at Home)

In state rivals Virginia and Virginia Tech meet on Monday in a battle of two teams looking to play themselves onto the NCAA Tournament bubble.

The Hokies have won five straight games, but did lose in Charlottesville last month two in a barnburner. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are winners of four straight, including a win at Duke last week. Can they make it a season sweep of their nearby foe?

Here are the odds from WynnBET Sportsbook.

Virginia vs. Virginia Tech Odds, Spread and Total

Spread:

• Virginia: +4.5 (-110)
• Virginia Tech: -4.5 (-110)

Moneyline:

• Virginia: +165
• Virginia: -200

Total: 120 (Over -110/Under -110)

Virginia vs. Virginia Tech Prediction and Pick

The Hokies are starting to show their potential on the offensive side of the ball, 12th in effective field goal percentage and top 100 in limiting turnovers.

This game is going to be an absolute rock fight with limited possessions, each team is bottom 20 in adjusted tempo, which may make it difficult for one team to pull away from another. The first meeting between the two teams ended 54-52 if you need an indication on how this one will likely play out.

However, I do believe Va. Tech is the right side with their shot making. Virginia struggles to shoot from beyond the arc, 224th in the country, and doesn't draw a ton of fouls either, 248th in free throw rate. The team's offensive weapons are severely limited and I think we see a rowdy environment in Blacksburg for this rivalry game. With the better offense and similar defenses, I'll side with the Hokies.

The Cavaliers grabbed a late win and cover in the first meeting and I'm starting to buy into the Hokies as a dark horse ACC team. I like them to pull away and get the job done tonight, but would prefer to pair their money line with another favorite considering there will be a limited amount of possessions.

LEAN: Virginia Tech ML

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