The Virginia Tech Hokies (6-1) go head-to-head with the BYU Cougars (4-3) in the Maui Invitational at Lahaina Civic Center. The game can be seen on ESPN2 at 11:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.
Virginia Tech Hokies vs. BYU Cougars Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last matchup. The Cougars fell to the fourth-ranked Kansas Jayhawks, 71-56, while the Hokies were blown out by the Dayton Flyers, 89-62.
Virginia Tech had a free throw rate of 0.196 (above their season average of 0.155) while BYU held Kansas to an effective field goal percentage of 0.508 (below their season average of 0.589). BYU received a boost from TJ Haws, who recorded 16 points and five assists. Landers Nolley II played a pivotal role for Virginia Tech with 15 points and six rebounds.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball protection could play a key role in this matchup. Since the 2018-19 season, BYU has committed the 28th-fewest miscues in the nation (turnover percentage of 16.1 percent), while the disruptive defense of Virginia Tech has forced the 46th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.6 percent).
Virginia Tech Hokies vs. BYU Cougars Odds Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – BYU, ATS Winner – BYU, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Virginia Tech ranks 12th in rebounds allowed per game (31.1) while BYU ranks 240th (36.5).
- The Hokies rank 15th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Cougars rank 113th (5.9).
- BYU ranks 190th in blocks per game (2.9) while Virginia Tech ranks 229th (2.5).
- The Cougars rank 93rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.9) while the Hokies rank 316th (26.6).
- Virginia Tech ranks 31st in assists per game (15.6) while BYU ranks 173rd in assists allowed per game (13.1).
