As Valentine's Day approaches, Richmond is looking for love in all the wrong places, currently mired in a three-game losing streak. Meanwhile, VCU is riding a three-game win streak, and a road victory over the Spiders would significantly boost their tournament chances. With a NET ranking of 49, VCU is firmly on the bubble, and a win in this Quad 3 matchup would be a valuable addition to their resume. Richmond, on the other hand, desperately needs quality wins to build momentum, but their recent form and 150 NET ranking make them a significant underdog.
VCU Has Dominated Quad 3 Opponents
CHD Scout Prediction
VCU
82
Richmond
73
The CHD Scout prediction favors VCU by 9.0 points, giving Richmond just a 22.1% chance of pulling off the upset. While the Spiders have struggled in conference play, posting a 3-8 record, they'll look to exploit VCU's weaknesses and pull off a much-needed win. However, VCU's impressive quad record, including a 5-1 mark in Quad 2 games, suggests they have the mettle to take down the Spiders.