VCU vs. BYU Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest March Madness Odds for NCAA Tournament First Round
The VCU Rams and BYU Cougars will square off in an early clash of evenly matched 6 vs. 11 teams. Can Richie Saunders and the Cougars escape as favorites to the second round? Next Level Bets gives his pick for VCU vs. BYU on Thursday afternoon in the First Round of March Madness.
Next Level Bets - March 20, 2025, 11:30 AM EDT
4 minVCU vs. BYU Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest March Madness Odds for NCAA Tournament First Round
We’ve got a very solid matchup in the first round of the tournament as BYU takes on VCU—two teams that have been playing great basketball all season. VCU enters as underdogs despite just winning the A10 championship, and they’ll be looking to keep the momentum rolling and pull off the upset. This one’s setting up to be a fun battle, so let’s break it down and find the best bet for today’s game!
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VCU vs. BYU Odds
VCU vs. BYU Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: March 20, 2025
- Time: 4:05 pm ET
- Where To Watch: TNT
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VCU vs. BYU Prediction
VCU is coming in hot, fresh off a dominant run through the A10 where they showed they can compete with anyone. Led by their top scorers Max Shulga and Joe Bamisile, this squad has been getting buckets and will look to make a statement against a very strong BYU team.
But BYU’s offense is no joke—they’ve been one of the best shooting teams in the country, especially from deep. They’re knocking down 37.4% from three, with Richie Saunders and Trevin Knell absolutely lighting it up from beyond the arc. When this team gets hot from three, they’re tough to stop, and that’s going to be the biggest challenge for VCU. Defensively, BYU has had some issues, and VCU will get their chances, but the difference in this game will likely come down to shot-making. If BYU can get rolling from deep, it’s going to be tough for VCU to keep pace—especially against a team that’s been tested all season in the Big 12, facing tougher competition than what VCU saw in the A10.
This one should be a tight game early but BYU’s offensive firepower and experience should be enough to pull away and advance. The three-point shooting will be the difference, and I expect BYU to get the job done in this spot.
VCU vs. BYU Pick
- Betting Pick: BYU -2.5 (-115) Get oddschecker+ right now for just $0.99 per month. Don't miss out on this first month deal!
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