Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Broncos versus the Hokies? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPNU. The game will be played at State Farm Field House in Kissimmee, FL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Hokies as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 141.5 points.

BOISE STATE BRONCOS VS VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES BETTING PICK

The Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies -2

This game will be played at State Farm Field House at 8:00 ET on Thursday, November 23rd.

WHY BET THE VIRGINIA TECH HOKIES:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-65 in favor of the Hokies.
  • Not only will Virginia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.
  • The over/under is currently sitting at 141.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 142 points.

Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?

Heading into today’s game, the Broncos have a 1-1 record after losing to Clemson (85-68). In their previous five road games, which includes last year, Boise State is 1-4. As Boise State enters today’s game, their ATS record stands at 0-2. Over their past ten games, which includes the previous season, Boise State has gone 2-6-1 vs. the spread.

After two games, Boise State has an over/under record of 1-1-0, with their games averaging a combined 137 points per game so far. Over the course of the last five games, the Broncos’ games have averaged 69 points per game, along with an over/under record of 2-2.

Against Clemson, the Boise State had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 73.3 points per game. They scored 68 points and posted a field goal percentage of 39.3% in the game. One area that the Boise State offense has been good this season is getting to the line. Currently, they are 37th in free-throw attempts per contest. Overall, they have a field goal percentage of 42%.

So far this season, the Boise State defense has been performing well, ranking 67th in the country at 66.0 points allowed per contest. So far, the Boise State defense is giving up an average of 7.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12 times per game (371st).

Will the Hokies Find a Way to Win at Home?

Today, Virginia Tech will face off against Boise State in their fifth game of the season. To this point, they hold a 3-1 record. In their one game away from home, the Hokies have gone 0-1, while they have gone 3-0 in games played at home. As of now, Virginia Tech holds a 2-2 ATS record leading into their game against Boise State. Looking back at their previous ten games, including those from last season, Virginia Tech has gone 6-4 vs. the spread.

In four games, Virginia Tech comes in with an over/under mark of 3-1-0, with their games averaging 147.2 points per game. The Hokies have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 86 points per game.

Virginia Tech recently showcased a strong offensive performance, scoring 98 points against Wofford. This output exceeded their season average of 83.8 points per game. Lynn Kidd is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today’s matchup with an average of 17.5. Meanwhile, Sean Pedulla also brings a PPG average of 16.2 into the game.

In the current season, the Virginia Tech defense has excelled, sitting 47th in the nation by allowing 63.5 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Virginia Tech’s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.0% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 36.3% this season.