The 13th-ranked Virginia Tech Hokies (5-1) will be at home in Cassell Coliseum when they square off with the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils (4-4). Action begins at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 1, 2018, and can be seen on ACC Network.
Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Odds
Both teams fell in their last matchup. The Hokies lost a tough one against the Penn State Nittany Lions, 63-62, while the Blue Devils lost to the North Carolina A&T Aggies, 72-60.
Central Connecticut State had an offensive rebounding percentage of 41.9 (above their season average of 31.9) while Virginia Tech had a better free throw rate (0.160 vs. 0.070). Kerry Blackshear Jr. had a good outing for Virginia Tech, contributing 14 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Central Connecticut State was led by Joe Hugley, who contributed 18 points and 11 rebounds.
Virginia Tech could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-powered offense faces off against one of the worst defenses in the country. The Hokies rank 26th in offensive efficiency, while Central Connecticut State ranks 262nd in defensive efficiency since the 2017-18 season.
Central Connecticut State at Virginia Tech Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Virginia Tech, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
- Virginia Tech ranks 21st in assists per game (16.4) while Central Connecticut State ranks 243rd (12.5).
- The Hokies rank 122nd in three pointers attempted per game (23.0) while the Blue Devils rank 276th (18.9).
- Central Connecticut State ranks 180th in rebounds per game (35.3) while Virginia Tech ranks 301st (32.6).
- The Hokies rank 33rd in steals allowed per game (5.2) while the Blue Devils rank 227th (6.9).
- Central Connecticut State ranks 30th in blocks allowed per game (2.6) while Virginia Tech ranks 201st (3.7).
