Richmond vs. Virginia Tech prediction: model has Virginia Tech by 12
By Hardwood Bricks staff ·
Richmond (3-1) visits Virginia Tech at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg Monday at 7 PM ET on ACCNX.
Our model makes Virginia Tech a 12.2-point favorite, projecting an 85-73 final, and gives Virginia Tech a 85% chance to win.
Players to watch: Jamie Kaiser Jr. of Richmond, 15.7 points a game; Andrew Ball of Richmond, 12 points a game; Derin Saran of Richmond, 8.4 points a game.
Richmond is playing its second straight road game and traveled about 484 miles to Blacksburg.
No line yet. A-10 lines usually post about a day ahead; once books post, the model's side and total leans show here in color.
OverUnderFavoriteUnderdogThe colored fill is the gap between the model and the market: a full chip means 6 points or more. The number on each chip is that gap.
Projections come from opponent-adjusted offense, defense and pace for every D-I team, with home court. Player absences are not in the number yet. A lean is the gap between the model and the market, not a guarantee. 21+.
Players to watch
Box-score ratings, points per 100 possessions vs an average D-I player
Best overall is the top net rating among regulars in this game; offensive engine and defensive anchor are the best on each end. Ranks are among 187 rated A-10 players. Early in the season these lean on last year's numbers. Tap a player for his profile.
Team ratings
RICH
VT
Net rating
+8.5 #86
+20.1 #34
Offense
110.3 #105
119.4 #22
Defense
101.9 #94
99.3 #59
Tempo
71.3 #114
70.8 #152
Games this season
4
4
Per 100 possessions, adjusted for opponent and venue; # is the D-I rank of 365. Defense: lower is better. Full table on the ratings page.
