Wright State Raiders vs Virginia Cavaliers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/20
The NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament is here, and the first round brings an exciting game between the Wright State Raiders and the Virginia Cavaliers. The Raiders, a 14 seed, represent the Horizon League and have an overall record of 23-11 this season. They face the 3 seed Cavaliers, who are ranked ninth in the AP poll and boast a strong 29-5 record from the Atlantic Coast Conference.
This game will take place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA, on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 1:50 PM ET. Fans can tune in to TBS to catch the action. Both teams have had successful seasons, and this game promises to be an important test for both as they aim to advance in the tournament.
Wright State Raiders vs Virginia Cavaliers Game Day Info
- Sport: NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball
- Teams: Wright State Raiders vs Virginia Cavaliers
- Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia PA
- Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
- Betting Odds: Wright State +18.5, Virginia -18.5, Over/Under 144.5
Wright State Raiders Team Preview
The Wright State Raiders have been on a winning streak recently. They won their last three games, including a close 66-63 win against the Detroit Titans. In that game, Kellen Pickett and TJ Burch played key roles, scoring 17 and 19 points, respectively.
For the season, the Raiders have an overall record of 23-11. They are strong in their conference with an 18-5 record in the Horizon League. Their offense averages 80.7 points per game, which ranks 83rd nationally, and they have a solid field goal percentage of 48.8%.
Wright State’s top player, Michael Cooper, averages 13.4 points per game. TJ Burch follows closely with 12.3 points per game, while Michael Imariagbe contributes with 11.8 points and 7 rebounds per game. The team faces challenges with their defense, as they allow 7.4 steals and 4.4 blocks per game.
Virginia Cavaliers Team Preview
The Virginia Cavaliers have had an impressive season with a 29-5 overall record. They are ranked #9 in the AP Poll and play in the Atlantic Coast Conference. The team has shown strong performance in their recent games, including a win against Miami by 22 points.
In their recent games, Ugonna Onyenso has been a key player for the Cavaliers. He scored 17 points with an impressive 88.9% field goal percentage in the win against Miami. Another standout was Malik Thomas, who scored 18 points in the close game against Duke.
The Cavaliers have strong offensive stats, scoring 80.6 points per game. They excel in rebounds, with 40.2 per game, placing them 27th in the nation. However, they face challenges in free throw shooting, making 72.6% of their attempts, which ranks them 242nd.
BTB Betting Pick
Virginia is favored by 18.5 points against Wright State. Virginia scores 80.6 points per game, while Wright State scores 80.7. Both teams have similar scoring abilities, making the large spread challenging for Virginia to cover. The recommendation is to pick Wright State to cover the +18.5 spread.
The over/under for the game is set at 144.5 points. Both teams score around 80 points per game, which suggests a total close to 161 points. This is higher than the set line, so the recommendation is to take the over 144.5.