Iowa State Cyclones vs Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Pick & Prediction 11/24/23

Looking to win big? The Cyclones and Hokies face off at 5:30 ET on ESPN2. The Hokies are hosting the game at State Farm Field House in Kissimmee, FL. In this non-conference matchup, the Cyclones are the betting favorite against the Hokies. The over/under for the game is 141.5 points.

IOWA STATE CYCLONES VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies +5

This game will be played at State Farm Field House at 5:30 ET on Friday, November 24th.

WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-66 in favor of the Hokies.
• Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 141 points.

Is A Road Victory Likely for the Favored Cyclones?

Iowa State comes into their 6th game of the season with an unblemished 5-0 record. In their previous five road games, which includes games from last year, Iowa State has a road record of 3-2. Iowa State is currently sitting at a 4-1 ATS record as they prepare to face Virginia Tech. Over their last five games, the team has gone 4-1 vs. the spread.

So far, Iowa State’s games have averaged 136 points per game with the average over/under line being 131.5 points. The Cyclones’ have recorded an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 82 points per game.

In their latest game, Iowa State offense put up 68 points against VCU. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 40.7% and made 2 threes. The top scorer for the Cyclones was Tamin Lipsey with 22 points, while Keshon Gilbert also chipped in with 22 points.

Coming into today’s game, the Iowa State defense is giving up an average of 49.4 points per contest. Iowa State’s three-point defense is currently 58th in the country at 7.2 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 34.5% of their shots vs. Iowa State.

Does Virginia Tech Stand a Chance at Home?

Virginia Tech comes into this game with a 4-1 record so far this season. In all five games they have played, the Hokies have been favored. Virginia Tech has a winning record against the spread, sitting at 3-2. In their last five games, the team is also 3-2 vs. the spread.

Through five games, Virginia Tech has an over/under record of 4-1-0 with their games averaging a combined 149.2 points per game so far. The Hokies have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 80 points per game.

The Virginia Tech offense is coming off a game in which they scored 82 points vs. Boise State. Overall their field goal percentage was 47.3% while connecting on 7 threes. The team’s scoring leader is Lynn Kidd, who holds an average of 17.5 as they head into today’s matchup. Additionally, Sean Pedulla is averaging 16.2 points per game this season.

In the current season, the Virginia Tech defense has excelled, sitting 63rd in the nation by allowing 65.8 points per game. So far, the Virginia Tech defense is giving up an average of 7.4 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 8 times per game (192nd).