VCU Makes a Return to March Madness With 20-13 ATS Record
March Madness 2025 Betting Overview: VCU Rams’ Gambling Predictions
City of Richmond, VA - The VCU Rams are ready to dance in the March Madness tournament as the Atlantic 10 Tournament champions. As an #11 seed, they face long odds to win it all according to sports betting sites, with +20000 odds to take home the National Championship, and +3000 to win the East Region and make it to the Final Four.
Despite the long odds, VCU has proven themselves to be a force this season, boasting a +15-point margin against opponents, the sixth-best point differential in the country. Their impressive performance extends to their record against the spread, with a 20-13 ATS (against the spread) record, and an average +3-point cover margin.
Historically, the Rams have displayed resilience as an underdog team, making the most of their lower seed and aggressive "Havoc" defense. However, the team has struggled in March Madness, with three straight first-round exits and failing to cover each time. Their first-round opponent this year is BYU, with VCU currently a +3.5-point underdog.
Betting on VCU in Virginia
Bettors in Virginia looking to back their hometown team will find restrictions on betting at state-regulated sportsbooks. These restrictions prohibit betting on in-state college teams and college player props nationwide. International betting sites bypass these restrictions, enabling bettors to wager on VCU throughout the tournament.
Traveling fans looking to place bets in Colorado may also need to turn to international online sportsbooks, as state-regulated books like DraftKings are not permitted to offer VCU player props.
VCU’s storied history, highlighted by a Cinderella run to the Final Four as a No. 11 seed in 2011, demonstrates the team's ability to challenge higher-seeded opponents. While securing a championship remains elusive, their 2023 Round of 32 appearance hints at continued tournament success.
Sources:
- "VCU Rams Men's Basketball - Asandy Russell" ESPN
- "VCU Rams Men's Basketball MoneyLine Odds Today January 9, 2023" OddsShark
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Context:
The VCU Rams are a prominent mid-major team in college basketball, particularly recognized for their historical March Madness performances, such as their runs to the Final Four as an #11 seed. This article provides an overview of their current betting odds, their strong record against the spread, and potential limitations for bettors in Virginia and Colorado.
- Sports betting sites offer long odds for VCU to win the National Championship (+20000) or reach the Final Four (+3000), despite their impressive ATS record of 20-13.
- Bettors in Virginia may not be able to place bets on VCU at state-regulated sportsbooks due to restrictions on betting on in-state college teams.
- International betting sites bypass these restrictions, allowing bettors to wager on VCU throughout the tournament.
- Traveling fans in Colorado may also need to turn to international online sportsbooks, as state-regulated books like DraftKings do not offer VCU player props.
- VCU's history, including a Cinderella run to the Final Four as a No. 11 seed in 2011, demonstrates their ability to challenge higher-seeded opponents, hinting at continued tournament success.
