Expert prediction
Virginia Tech vs No. 13 Virginia Preview, Odds, Predictions (March 7)
- Richard Pereira
- Mar 7, 2026 at 11:09 AM EST
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- The Hokies are 3-6 on the road, showing a challenge for them against Virginia.
- The Cavaliers went up one spot in the latest AP poll.
- This marks the 162nd all-time meeting between the ACC programs.
The ACC will have an intriguing showdown between the Virginia Tech Hokies and the No. 13 Virginia Cavaliers. The hosts stand out as the solid favorite in the game, paving the way for an entertaining duel between in-state rivals.
How to Watch
- When: Saturday, March 7, 12 pm ET
- Where: John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, Virginia
- How to Watch: The CW Network
NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Tech | -115 | +11.5 | O144.5 |
| Virginia | -105 | -11.5 | U144.5 |
Game Preview
The Hokies (19-11, 8-9 ACC) have seen themselves be in the middle of the pack of the ACC standings, switching between wins and losses throughout league play. Following a road loss to North Carolina, they bounced back with a win over Boston College on March 3. Amani Hansberry leads the squad with averages of 14.4 points and 7.5 rebounds per game on 49% shooting from the field. Meanwhile, Jaden Schutt will look to trouble defenders with his 3-point shooting. He is producing 7.7 points and 1.6 rebounds per contest, making a team-high 62 triples on a 40% clip.
The No. 13 Cavaliers (26-4, 14-3 ACC) have been strong as one of the best ACC squads this season. They have won 10 of their last 11 games, recently losing to No. 1 Duke before bouncing back against Wake Forest. Thijs De Ridder leads UVA in scoring (16.0 ppg) and rebounding (6.2 rpg), while Malik Thomas (11.9 ppg), Sam Lewis (10.2 ppg) and Chance Mallory (10.0 ppg) come next in the scoring department. Meanwhile, Ugonna Onyenso leads the team in blocks (2.6 bpg) and Dallin Hall leads in assists (4.2 apg).
Virginia Tech vs Virginia Head-to-Head
The two programs have had 161 meetings in their history, and the result is 99-62 for the Cavaliers. The last matchup was in December 2025 when Virginia Tech secured a 95-85 win in triple overtime at home.
Virginia Tech vs Virginia Predictions
This rivalry matchup will be an exciting one for fans across the entire state of Virginia. The Hokies and Cavaliers look to land big punches on one another as both sides seek to start strong in the season finale. However, this will be a tough test for Virginia Tech as its struggles on the road will be put to the test, especially in hostile territory. Our betting pick here is the Cavaliers to defend a 11.5-point spread.
- Free NCAAB pick: Virginia Cavaliers -11.5
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