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Virginia Cavaliers vs Duke Blue Devils: Predictions for Upcoming Men's Basketball Game

The highly anticipated matchup between the Virginia Cavaliers and the Duke Blue Devils is set to take place at the Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina. The game is scheduled for March 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time and will be broadcasted on ESPN.


Mar 11, 2023; Greensboro, NC, USA;  Virginia Cavaliers guard Reece Beekman (2) dribbles in the second half of the Championship game of the ACC Tournament at Greensboro Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Both teams have been performing exceptionally well this season, making this game a must-watch for basketball enthusiasts. The betting data reveals some interesting insights into the upcoming clash.


In terms of the moneyline odds, Duke Blue Devils are currently favored to win with odds of -385 on FanDuel and -313 on SugarHouseNJ. On the other hand, Virginia Cavaliers are considered underdogs with odds of +265 on FanDuel and +245 on SugarHouseNJ. These odds indicate that Duke is heavily favored to come out victorious in this matchup.


Feb 11, 2023; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Dariq Whitehead (0) shoots the ball against the Virginia Cavaliers in the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Moving on to the spread, both FanDuel and SugarHouseNJ have set the spread at -8.5 points in favor of Duke Blue Devils. This means that for a bet placed on Duke to be successful, they would need to win by more than 8.5 points. Conversely, a bet placed on Virginia would be successful if they either win the game or lose by less than 8.5 points.


As for the total points scored in the game, the sportsbooks have set the over/under line at 126.5 points on DraftKings and FanDuel, while SugarHouseNJ has it at 125.5 points. Bettors can place wagers on whether they believe the total score will be over or under these lines.


Feb 11, 2023; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Jeremy Roach (3) drives to the basket as Virginia Cavaliers guard Kihei Clark (0) defends in the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing the consensus data, it is evident that there is a strong belief among bettors that Duke will cover the spread. Currently, 71 percent of bets are being placed on Duke to win by more than 8.5 points, while only 29 percent are favoring Virginia to keep the game within that margin.


In terms of the total points, there is no clear consensus as the percentages are evenly split between the over and under outcomes. This indicates that bettors are divided on whether the game will be high-scoring or low-scoring.


It's important to note that betting lines and odds are subject to change leading up to the game. These changes can occur due to various factors such as injuries, team performance, or public betting trends. Bettors should stay updated with the latest information before placing their wagers.


In conclusion, the upcoming Men's Basketball game between the Virginia Cavaliers and Duke Blue Devils promises to be an exciting clash between two top teams. Duke is currently favored to win according to the moneyline odds and spread, but anything can happen in basketball. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN on March 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time.


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