Ohio State Buckeyes vs Virginia Cavaliers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/14

On Saturday, February 14, 2026, the Ohio State Buckeyes will play against the Virginia Cavaliers at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. This game is set on a neutral site and will be shown on FOX at 8:00 PM ET. Ohio State, representing the Big Ten Conference, enters as the underdog with a spread of +4.5.

Virginia, ranked #15 in the nation, hails from the Atlantic Coast Conference. They are the favorites with a spread of -4.5. The Cavaliers hold a strong season record of 21-3, while the Buckeyes stand at 16-8. The game’s over/under is set at 147.5 points.

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Virginia Cavaliers Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Ohio State Buckeyes vs Virginia Cavaliers
  • Venue: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville TN
  • Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Virginia Spread -4.5 (-112), Ohio State Spread +4.5 (-112), Virginia MoneyLine -229, Ohio State MoneyLine +177, Over/Under 147.5

Ohio State Buckeyes Team Preview

The Ohio State Buckeyes have had a mixed run in their recent games. They won against USC with a score of 89-82. However, they faced a loss against Michigan, 82-61. Their win against Maryland was a solid 82-62 victory.

Offensively, Ohio State averages 81.6 points per game. They rank 32nd in field goal percentage at 48.9%. Their three-point shooting is less effective, with a percentage of 34.1%. Defensively, they struggle with blocks, averaging only 2.4 per game.

Bruce Thornton is a key player for the Buckeyes. He averages 19.3 points per game and shoots 54.7% from the field. Devin Royal and John Mobley Jr. also contribute with 14.0 and 15.1 points per game, respectively. Their performances will be crucial in upcoming games.

Virginia Cavaliers Team Preview

The Virginia Cavaliers have a strong track record this season. They have a 21-3 record and are ranked #15 in the AP poll. The team has performed well at home with a 14-2 record, showing their ability to win in front of their fans.

In recent games, Virginia secured wins against Florida State, Syracuse, and Pittsburgh. Against Syracuse, they won by 13 points, scoring 72 points with a field goal percentage of 41.3%. Their victory over Pittsburgh was even more decisive, with a 20-point margin and a field goal percentage of 44.1%.

The Cavaliers’ success is backed by strong performances from players like Thijs De Ridder and Ugonna Onyenso. De Ridder averages 16.1 points per game and leads in rebounds with 6.6 per game. The team also has a solid 3-point shooting capability, making over 10 three-pointers per game, ranking them 47th in the nation.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Ohio State +4.5. Despite being the underdog, Ohio State scores 81.6 points per game, very close to Virginia’s 81.9 points per game. With both teams having similar scoring, Ohio State can keep the game close and cover the spread.

For the over/under pick, choose the over 147.5. Ohio State averages 81.6 points, and Virginia averages 81.9 points per game. The combined scoring suggests that the total could exceed 147.5, making the over a reasonable choice.