The Valparaiso Crusaders look to snap a 3-game losing streak. The Virginia Tech Hokies look for another win after winning 5 of their last 7 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Valparaiso Crusaders vs Virginia Tech Hokies prediction.
Valparaiso Crusaders Betting Preview
The Valparaiso Crusaders have lost to Drake, Belmont, and Central Michigan during this streak. The Valparaiso Crusaders are averaging 69.3 points on 39.6 percent shooting and allowing 69.9 points on 42.7 percent shooting. Isaiah Stafford is averaging 18.8 points and 4.8 rebounds, while Cooper Schwieger is averaging 11.8 points and 5.4 rebounds. Jaxon Edwards is grabbing 6.1 rebounds and Jahari Williamson is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Valparaiso Crusaders are shooting 33.5 percent from beyond the arc and 69.5 percent from the free throw line. The Valparaiso Crusaders are allowing 29.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.1 rebounds per game.
Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Preview
The Virginia Tech Hokies responded from losses to FAU and Auburn with a win over Louisville. The Virginia Tech Hokies are averaging 74.4 points on 43.4 percent shooting and allowing 68.6 points on 43.4 percent shooting. Lynn Kidd is averaging 15.1 points and 7.4 rebounds, while Hunter Cattoor is averaging 14.6 points and 1.3 assists. Sean Pedulla is the third double-digit scorer, and Tyler Nickel is grabbing 2.4 rebounds. The Virginia Tech Hokies are shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc and 80.3 percent from the free throw line. The Virginia Tech Hokies are allowing 33.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30.4 rebounds per game.
Valparaiso Crusaders vs Virginia Tech Hokies prediction
The Virginia Tech Hokies are the more talented team and could blow the doors off here, but they’ve also been shaky their last few games and the offense has taken a bit of a dip. The Valparaiso Crusaders have been competitive in nearly every game, including their losses, and they’re 5-3 ATS on the season. Virginia Tech hasn’t looked as dominant as of late and could be taking an early look toward that ACC schedule. I’ll take the Crusaders and the boatload of points.