VCU's Halftime Advantage - Can They Seal the Deal?
Current Records and Matchup
The Penn Quakers are facing off against the VCU Rams. Currently, Penn holds a record of 3 - 6, while VCU stands at 7 - 2. This matchup is set to take place at the Stuart Siegel Center in Richmond, Virginia, on Monday, December 9, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET. It will be televised on ESPN Plus, and fans can follow the action through the CBS Sports App or via online streaming on fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.). Ticket prices start at $14.00.
If the oddsmakers' predictions hold true, the future looks bright for VCU. They will be playing at home and welcoming the Penn Quakers. This season, the Rams have been scoring an average of 78.4 points per game, showing off their offensive prowess.
VCU's Recent Victories
Last Wednesday, VCU faced Georgia Southern and emerged victorious with an 89 - 54 score. This win was a dominant one, as they have now won six contests by 19 points or more this season. Max Shulga played a crucial role, going 6 for 8 from beyond the arc and scoring 29 points, which is the most three-pointers he has made since January. Phillip Russell also contributed with 17 points and two steals. The team worked well as a unit, finishing the game with 18 assists, easily outclassing their opponents who had only 9 assists.
VCU's winning streak at home now stands at five consecutive games, further solidifying their position.
Penn's Recent Setback
On Saturday, Penn's game was tied 30 - 30 at halftime but took a turn for the worse. They lost 60 - 47 to Drexel, marking their lowest-scoring match of the season so far. Nick Spinoso put in a good effort for the losing side, scoring 21 points along with 7 rebounds and 2 steals.
With this loss, Penn's season record drops to 3 - 6, suffering their second consecutive defeat.
Odds and Predictions
VCU is a significant 22.5 - point favorite against Penn according to the latest college basketball odds. The oddsmakers were accurate in setting the game as a 22.5 - point spread, and it has remained unchanged. The over/under for the game is 135.5 points. For all the latest college basketball picks, including this one, make sure to check SportsLine's advanced computer model and get your picks now.