Alcorn State Braves vs VCU Rams Betting Pick & Prediction 12/10/23
Betting on today’s Braves and Rams game? Catch the action at Stuart C. Siegel Center in Richmond, VA, as the Rams hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 142.5 points, with the Rams being the favored team playing at home against the Braves.
ALCORN STATE BRAVES VS VCU RAMS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Alcorn State Braves +14
This game will be played at Stuart C. Siegel Center at 2:00 ET on Sunday, December 10th.
WHY BET THE ALCORN STATE BRAVES:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-66 in favor of the Rams.
- Even though we have VCU winning straight-up, we like Alcorn State at +14.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.
Will the Braves Find a Way to Win in Richmond?
The Braves currently have a 1-7 record heading into today’s game, having just lost to Clemson (90-69). In their last ten road games, Alcorn State has a 2-8 record, which dates back to last year. Taking a closer look at Alcorn State’s ATS performance, they currently hold a 3-4 record. Over their last five games, the team has gone 3-2 vs. the spread.
Alcorn State’s games have, on average, featured 157.4 points per game leading to an over/under record of 6-1-0. Their average over/under line is currently 146.6 points so far. The Braves have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 152 points per game and an over/under record of 4-1.
In their recent game, the Braves’ offense concluded with 69 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 69.1 points per contest. The team’s top scorer is Jeremiah Kendall, who comes into today’s matchup with an average of 15.9, while Byron Joshua also maintains a PPG average of 12.7 leading up to the game.
At present, the Braves’ defense is nationally ranked 252nd, allowing 85.1 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 10.8 threes per game vs. VCU. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 38.2%.
Will VCU Come Through as Home Favorites?
Heading into today’s game, the Rams come in at 4-5 on the season, having just lost their last game to Norfolk State by a score of 63-60. In their last ten home games, which includes games from last year, VCU has a record of 6-4. As VCU prepares to face Alcorn State, their ATS record stands at 4-4. Looking back at their previous five games, the team has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.
Through nine games, VCU has an over/under record of 2-6-0 with their games averaging a combined 132.6 points per game so far. The Rams have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 149 points per game.
The VCU offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 60 points versus Norfolk State. During the game, they attempted 28 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 36.2%. The team’s scoring leader is Max Shulga, who holds an average of 15.8 as they head into today’s matchup. Additionally, Zeb Jackson is averaging 14.4 points per game this season.
Currently, the Rams’ defense holds the 76th rank in the nation, allowing 66.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, VCU’s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 40.4% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 28.7% this season.