Match Analysis: Virginia Tech Hokies vs Syracuse Orange – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-03-01
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: Virginia Tech's home venue
Game Overview
The Syracuse Orange (12-16, 6-11 ACC) face the Virginia Tech Hokies (12-16, 7-10 ACC) in an ACC matchup. Both teams are fighting for better seeding in the ACC Tournament, which is crucial for their NCAA Tournament hopes.
Key Factors to Consider
- Syracuse has a more balanced offense, led by JJ Starling with 18.4 PPG, while Virginia Tech relies heavily on post play with Tobi Lawal and Mylyjael Poteat. Syracuse's offense is ranked 120th in efficiency, while Virginia Tech's is 168th.
- This is their first meeting this season.
- Syracuse's star freshman Donnie Freeman is out for the season with a leg injury.
- Virginia Tech plays at home, which could provide an advantage, but Syracuse's faster pace might offset this.
- Both teams are highly motivated as they need to win the ACC Tournament to make the NCAA Tournament.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Syracuse +138, Virginia Tech -164 | Virginia Tech | β β β ββ 55% |
Spread | Syracuse +3.5 -112, Virginia Tech -3.5 -108 | Syracuse to cover | β β β ββ 58% |
Over_under | Over 143.5 -108, Under 143.5 -112 | Over | β β β ββ 60% |
Predicted Outcome
Syracuse is likely to cover the spread due to their balanced offense.
Predicted Score: Syracuse 72, Virginia Tech 75