The VCU Rams (15-6, 6-2 A10) will be at the Charles E. Smith Center to meet the George Washington Colonials (7-14, 3-5 A10) in an A10 matchup. Action begins at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 6, 2019.
VCU Rams vs. George Washington Colonials Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Colonials easily got past the Fordham Rams 79-61, while the Rams were victorious over the George Mason Patriots 79-63.
VCU dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.291 (above their season average of 0.270) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.573 (above their season average of 0.485). George Mason put up marks of 0.190 and 0.448, respectively, for those same stats. George Washington, on the other hand, played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.194 (matching their season average) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.540 (above their season average of 0.457). Fordham was 0.094 and 0.430, respectively, for those same stats. DJ Williams was a key piece for George Washington with 30 points. Issac Vann played well for VCU, recording 21 points.
This was a highly competitive series last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. The Colonials won the most recent matchup 80-56. George Washington’s free throw rate was their largest advantage over VCU. The Colonials had a rate of 0.246, while the Rams posted a mark of 0.102. This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
George Washington might struggle to put up points as they battle against one of the nation’s best defenses. VCU currently ranks seventh in defensive efficiency, while the Colonials rank 335th in offensive efficiency.
VCU Rams vs. George Washington Colonials Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – VCU, ATS Winner – VCU, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- VCU averages 37.1 rebounds per game, which ranks 92nd in the NCAA. George Washington ranks 247th in rebounds allowed per game (38.4).
- The Rams rank 43rd in three pointers allowed per game (19.7) while the Colonials rank 168th (23.1).
- VCU ranks 22nd in blocks per game (4.8) while George Washington ranks 107th (3.3).
- The Rams rank 28th in assists allowed per game (10.9) while the Colonials rank 168th (13.8).
- VCU ranks 39th in steals per game (7.8) while George Washington ranks 167th (5.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Rams’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 7.8, up from 6.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Colonials have scored an average of 68.0 points per game (3.0 above their season average) and allowed an average of 68.6 points per game (1.9 below their season average).
