Samford Bulldogs vs. VMI Keydets: Game Predictions and Betting Insights
A detailed matchup breakdown of the college basketball clash between Samford and VMI, including odds and key player performances.
The Samford Bulldogs aim to complete a season sweep over the VMI Keydets in a crucial Southern Conference game on Thursday. Samford is fresh off a 93-72 victory against the Western Carolina Catamounts, while VMI fell 75-71 to Furman on the same day.
Tip-off from Cameron Hall in Lexington, VA, is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET. The latest odds show Samford as a 10.5-point favorite, with an over/under of 154.5 points.
Ten thousand simulations of the game by the SportsLine model indicate the total points projected to be under 154.5, with one side of the spread hitting over 70% of the time in simulations.
Key Players to Watch
- Trey Fort (Senior Guard, Samford): Recently scored 36 points against Wofford, averaging 14.4 points and 3.7 rebounds this season.
- Jaden Brownell (Junior Forward, Samford): Averages 13.6 points and 4 rebounds in 29 games.
- Rickey Bradley Jr. (Junior Guard, VMI): Has scored in double figures for five straight games, averaging 15.6 points.
- Augustinas Kiudulas (Sophomore Forward, VMI): Also scores 15.0 points on average.
For those considering bets, check the insights from the SportsLine Projection Model.
