The Duke Blue Devils (15-4) are set to face off against the Virginia Tech Hokies (13-7) in a highly anticipated ACC showdown. With both teams on a winning streak, this matchup at Cassell Coliseum could have significant implications for their tournament aspirations. We have your Duke at Virginia Tech predictions and picks below.
Duke at Virginia Tech Odds
- Moneyline: Duke -170 (DraftKings) / Virginia Tech +152 (FanDuel)
- Spread: Duke -3.5 (DraftKings)
- Total: 146.5 (Ceasars)
Game Info
- Date: Monday, Jan. 29
- Time: 07:00 PM ET
- Location: Cassell Coliseum – Blacksburg, VA
- TV: ESPN
Duke Blue Devils Betting Trends
- On the road, Duke Blue Devils are 3 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Duke Blue Devils are 9 and 10.
- Against the spread on the road, Duke Blue Devils are 1 and 4.
Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Trends
- At home, Virginia Tech Hokies are 10 and 1 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Virginia Tech Hokies are 10 and 10.
- Against the spread at home, Virginia Tech Hokies are 9 and 5.
Duke Blue at Virginia Tech Predictions
The Virginia Tech Hokies have shown a strong ability to defend their home court, boasting a 10-1 record at Cassell Coliseum.
The Hokies’ offense, particularly from beyond the arc, poses a substantial threat to a Duke defense that has struggled to contain three-point shooting. With Virginia Tech’s effective field goal percentage ranking high and their three-point shooting second in the ACC, they have the offensive tools to exploit Duke’s defensive weaknesses.
Additionally, the Hokies’ ATS record at home is impressive, standing at 9-5, indicating their ability to perform above expectations in front of their home crowd.
While Duke has been on a winning streak, their ATS record on the road is a concerning 1-4, suggesting they have difficulty covering spreads away from home.
The Blue Devils’ reliance on their offense may not be enough to overcome the Hokies’ balanced attack and sharpshooting.
Given the odds and the Hokies’ strong performance at home, the smart money is on Virginia Tech to win outright. The combination of their home record, shooting efficiency, and Duke’s defensive vulnerabilities, especially on the road, make the Virginia Tech Hokies moneyline bet the right pick for this game.
The Pick: Virginia Tech moneyline +152 (FanDuel)