A Southern Conference tilt has the East Tennessee State Buccaneers (9-10) and the VMI Keydets (4-15) colliding on Wednesday. This rivalry dates back to 1952. ETSU has dominated the series against VMI, posting a 56-15 record against the Keydets. In Feb. 2023, ETSU beat VMI 69-65.
Tip-off from Cameron Hall in Virginia is set for 6 p.m. ET. The Buccaneers are 10.5-point favorites in the latest ETSU vs. VMI odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 151.5. Before making any VMI vs. ETSU picks, be sure to see the college basketball predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.
The model simulates every Division I college basketball game 10,000 times. It enters Week 12 of the 2023-24 season on a 114-73 roll on all top-rated college basketball picks dating back to last season, returning more than $2,000 for $100 players. It is also off to a sizzling 19-5 start on top-rated spread picks this season. Anyone following has seen huge returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on ETSU vs. VMI. You can head to SportsLine to see the picks. Here are the latest betting trends and lines for VMI vs. ETSU:
- ETSU vs VMI spread: Buccaneers -10.5
- ETSU vs VMI over/under: 151.5 points
- ETSU vs VMI money line: Buccaneers -557, Keydets +406
- VMI: VMI is 2-12 ATS in its last 14 games at home
- ETSU: East Tennessee State is 1-4 ATS in its last five games
- ETSU vs VMI picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why East Tennessee State can cover
Junior guard Quimari Peterson is an impactful player in many different ways for the Buccaneers. Peterson creates his own shot from all three levels and has a knack for jumping into passing lanes. The Indiana native leads the team in assists (3.6) and steals (1.9) to go along with 14.3 points per game. In his last matchup, Peterson notched 18 points, nine rebounds, and two assists.
The Buccaneers have been one of the best defensive groups in the Southern Conference. They are disciplined and make things hard for opposing offenses. ETSU ranks fourth in the conference in points allowed (70.4), opponent field-goal percentage (.422), and third in opponent 3-point percentage (.326). Additionally, they are first in blocked shots (4.37) and third in steals (7.1). See who to back at SportsLine.
Why VMI can cover
Junior guard Brennan Watkins provides the Keydets with a smooth scoring threat. Watkins may be small in size (162 pounds) but he is fearless on the floor. The Missouri native is an active shooter on the perimeter with solid court vision. Watkins averages a team-high 14.5 points and shoots 37% from downtown. In his last game, he finished with 14 points, six rebounds, and six assists.
Sophomore guard Taeshaud Jackson II (6’6) plays way bigger than his height, constantly pulling down contested rebounds. Jackson II owns great defensive instincts while being a reliable outlet from 3-point land. The Colorado native leads the team in rebounds (10.1) and steals (1.2) to go along with 8.3 points per game. He’s scored in double figures in three of his last five games. On Jan. 11 versus Chattanooga, Jackson II totaled 14 points and 14 boards. This was his fifth double-double of the season. See who to back at SportsLine.
How to make VMI vs. ETSU picks
The model has simulated this matchup 10,000 times and the results are in. The model is leaning Under the total, and it also says one side of the spread hits in almost 70% of simulations. You can only see the picks at SportsLine.
So who wins ETSU vs. VMI, and which side of the spread hits nearly 70% of the time? Visit SportsLine now to find out which side of the spread you need to jump on, all from the model that is on a 19-5 roll on its top-ranked college basketball picks, and find out.
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