Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our SMU vs Virginia Tech NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Blacksburg.
SMU vs Virginia Tech Prediction
Planning on watching today's Mustangs and Hokies game? Catch the action at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, VA, as the Hokies hosts this showdown at 9:00 ET on ACCN. In this Atlantic Coast matchup, SMU is favored bt -5.5 vs. Virginia Tech. The over/under for the game is 144.5 points.
SMU vs. Virginia Tech Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: SMU Mustangs at Virginia Tech Hokies
- Where: Blacksburg at Cassell Coliseum
- Date: Wednesday, February 5th
- Betting Odds SMU -5.5, SMU -270 | VTECH +220 O/U 144.5
Mustangs Preview: Will SMU Find a Way to Win on the Road?
SMU Mustangs Recent Game/Games
SMU improved to 17-5 on the season with an 85-61 win over Stanford on Saturday. The Mustangs, who were -7 point favorites, covered the spread in the victory.
SMU led 45-25 at halftime and added 40 points in the second half while allowing 36. The game’s total points of 146 fell just under the O/U line of 149.5.
Mustangs Offense Breakdown
SMU's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 85 points on 53.4% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 50% of their threes (12/24) and finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 63.8%.
The Mustangs dished out 20 assists, with Oziyah Sellers leading the way with 19 points and 6 rebounds. Maxime Raynaud added 18 points and 10 boards, while Kario Oquendo was perfect from the field, going 5/5 overall and 2/2 from three-point range.
Mustangs Team Defense
Even with a strong defensive effort, SMU couldn’t slow down their opponent, giving up 61 points on 53% shooting. The Mustangs allowed 31 field goals on 58 attempts.
From beyond the arc, SMU’s defense struggled, as their opponent hit 12 of 24 threes, good for 50%. They also sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 11 free throws.
Hokies Preview: Will Virginia Tech Come Through as Home Underdogs?
Virginia Tech improved to 10-12 on the season with a 75-74 win over Virginia on Saturday. The Hokies, who were +4 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The combined points of 149 exceeded the O/U line of 125.5.
Virginia Tech led 38-31 at halftime but allowed 43 points in the 2nd half while scoring 37. Despite the defensive lapse, they held on for the win.
Hokies Offense Breakdown
Virginia Tech's offense clicked in their last game, shooting 52.1% from the field and 52.4% from three-point range, hitting 11 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.5%, and they finished with 75 points.
Isaac McKneely led the way with 19 points and 7 assists, while Jaden Schutt added 18 points, hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc. Toibu Lawal contributed 17 points and 5 rebounds in 23 minutes of action.
Hokies Team Defense
Virginia Tech's defense gave up 74 points in their last game, with their opponents shooting 48% from the field. The Hokies allowed 18 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, a 58% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, Virginia Tech's defense saw their opponents hit 8 of 23 three-point attempts, a 34% success rate. They also sent the opposition to the free-throw line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws, shooting 77%. The Hokies gave up 6 offensive rebounds.
Mustangs vs Hokies Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Through their last ten road contests, the Mustangs offense has averaged 78 points per game while allowing an average of 73. SMU posted an overall record of 5-5 while going 4-6 ATS.
- In their last five home games, Virginia Tech has averaged 69 points per game while allowing 69. The team's record in this stretch was 3-2 while going 3-2 vs. the spread.
- As the betting underdog, the Hokies have an ATS mark of just 2-3 in their last five games. Virginia Tech posted a straight up mark of 2-3 in these matchups.
- The last ten games that SMU was favored, they have an ATS mark of 6-4 while going 9-1 straight up.
SMU vs Virginia Tech Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Virginia Tech +5.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.