Dayton Flyers vs. VCU Rams 2/9/24 NCAAB Betting Picks

Dayton Flyers vs. VCU Rams 2/9/24 – The upcoming NCAA Men’s Basketball game between the Dayton Flyers (18-3) and the VCU Rams (14-8) promises to be a clash of titans, drawing attention from fans and bettors alike. With the Flyers and the Rams gearing up for their face-off on Friday, at the Stuart Siegel Center, all eyes are on what could be one of the best college basketball picks today. Both teams have shown formidable form this season, and this game is a crucial one for their standings.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Flyers	-1 -110	o134 -110	-122
Rams	+1 -110	u134 -110	+105

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DaRon Holmes II (Forward) vs. Max Shulga (Guard)

Dayton forward DaRon Holmes II has been dominant this season, averaging 20 points, 7.8 rebounds and 2.3 blocks across 31 minutes per game in 21 appearances. He is shooting an efficient 55.2% from the floor while getting to the free throw line often, where he converts at a 71.1% clip. The sophomore also shoots 40% from three-point range, providing valuable spacing. His impressive per game averages and ability to protect the rim and stretch the defense make him a key factor in this matchup.

VCU guard Max Shulga counters with 15.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1 steal per contest. The junior fills it up as an outside shooter, draining 40.6% of his 7.3 three-point attempts per game. He also gets to the charity stripe frequently thanks to his quickness, knocking down 86.2% of his free throws. However, Shulga converts just 42.9% of his overall field goals at 6’4″. He could struggle to finish inside against the 6’10” Holmes if his outside shot isn’t falling.

When these two face off, expect Holmes to deter Shulga’s drives inside with his imposing size and leaping ability. But if Shulga catches fire from deep, he can pull Dayton’s intimidating rim protector away from the basket. This individual matchup may swing the game one way or another.

A Closer Look at Dayton’s Statistical Superiority

Dayton Flyers have been dominating this season, boasting stats that show an efficient team. Averaging 74.1 points per game while shooting 47.2% from the field and 39.4% three-point success rates make Dayton’s scoring attack formidable from all corners of the court. Their defense, led by Holmes’ leadership, allows them to maintain control and creates formidable opponents for any opposing team.

VCU Rams: A Statistical Overview

VCU Rams have proven themselves resilient despite lagging slightly behind in field goal and three-point percentages, as evidenced by their 72.3 average points per game and free throw percentage of 78.2% due to contributors like Shulga. Their 6 steals and 4.6 blocks per game show that this defense cannot be broken down easily; setting the stage for closely contested matchups.

NCAAB Betting Odds: TBD, Over/Under: TBD

As betting odds have yet to be set, bettors are advised to closely follow any updates as performance trends and statistical analysis hint at an tight game that might make over/under bets particularly interesting.

Trends

Dayton Flyers Betting Trends

Dayton are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Flyers are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread.
Dayton are 5-2 in their road games against the spread.
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Dayton’ last 5 games.
The totals have gone OVER in 8 of Dayton’ 13 last games at home.

VCU Rams Betting Trends

VCU are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Rams are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread.
VCU are 3-2 in their road games against the spread.
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of VCU’ last 5 games.
The totals have gone OVER in 10 of VCU’ 17 last games at home.