VCU vs Dayton Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
Free College Basketball Expert and Computer Picks For Every Game March 6, 2026
The VCU Rams notched 99 points in that last clash with the Dayton Flyers, fueling that offensive outburst with eight 3-pointers and 24 points off turnovers. The Rams aren’t shy to let it fly from outside, especially against a Dayton defense that struggles to protect the perimeter. The Flyers can counter those shortcomings with an offense that’s really clicking at the right time. They’re shooting 49% from the field the past five games, including knocking down an average of 9.2 triples in that stretch. Game models range from 150 to 151 combined points, topping the 148.5-point Over/Under.
Despite a 30-0 record, Miami is still getting generous lines from oddsmakers and is 5-2 ATS in its last seven. That includes a 16-point win against Ohio on February 13. The Bobcats are 5-8 SU and 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games which includes six losses by double digits. The Redhawks have been significantly better on both ends of the floor. They rank sixth in the country in eFG% (59.2%) and 75th in defensive efficiency. By comparison, Ohio ranks 209th in eFG% (50.7%) and 260th in defensive efficiency. The Bobcats are especially bad at defending the arc (327th in opponent 3PT%) and Miami shoots a sizzling 37.7% from deep on the road.
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