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Monarchs vs Carolina Chanticleers Picks and Predictions – Thursday January 8, 2026
Old Dominion heads to Conway to face Coastal Carolina on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at The HTC Center. It’s a Sun Belt spot that’s priced like a coin-flip game with Coastal favored, even though the season profiles are very different. Coastal is 8-8 and playing for consistency. Old Dominion is 4-12 and playing for traction, especially away from home.
The market has Coastal -3.5 with a -163 moneyline, while Old Dominion is +135. The total is 149.5. That’s a fairly punchy number for two teams that can score in stretches but also have long segments where execution and shot quality drop.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should keep monitoring the board for movement in the latest college basketball odds.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Dominion Monarchs | +135 | +3.5 (-110) | 149.5 |
| Coastal Carolina Chanticleers | -163 | -3.5 (-112) | 149.5 |
Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Form
Old Dominion is coming off a 93-86 loss to Georgia Southern, and the headline is that the offense showed real life. They got scoring at the top and played a game that actually fits a cover script as a road dog: stay within striking distance, keep pressure on the rim, and make the final five minutes matter.
The issue is what happens on the other end. Old Dominion has struggled to string together stops, and that’s the difference between “competitive” and “cashing.” If the Monarchs can defend without sending Coastal to the line and can keep their transition defense organized, +3.5 is live because they can score enough to trade buckets.
For recent trends and splits, check Old Dominion stats and results.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Betting Form
Coastal Carolina is coming off an 89-71 loss to Georgia State, and the efficiency dip in that game matters because Coastal’s best edge at home is usually control. They’re at their best when the shot quality is steady and the rebounding shows up on both ends, which is one of the more bankable parts of their profile.
The Chanticleers rebound at a high level, and that’s the cleanest way to win this matchup. If Coastal wins the glass, they can survive average shooting and still create margin with second chances. The market is asking them to do that for 40 minutes and turn it into a two-possession win. That’s reasonable, but it’s not automatic, especially if Old Dominion is scoring efficiently again.
For game logs and home splits, use Coastal Carolina schedule and stats.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Matchup Breakdown
This game is a possession battle disguised as a small spread. Coastal’s rebounding can create extra shots and keep Old Dominion from running. Old Dominion’s path is to make the first shot count, limit second-chance damage, and keep the game in a tight scoring band where +3.5 holds value deep into the second half.
Shot profile is the next lever. If Old Dominion is getting clean looks at the rim and converting free throws, they can keep pace even if Coastal controls the boards. If Old Dominion settles for contested jumpers early in possessions, Coastal can turn misses into runouts and quick points without needing elite half-court offense.
The total at 149.5 is about whether the game stays structured. Coastal can push the number up if the offensive rebounding creates repeated scoring opportunities. Old Dominion can push it up if the defense never stabilizes. The under case is simple: one of these teams, likely Coastal at home, slows the game down, wins the glass, and forces longer possessions that end in tougher shots. If you want a clean framework for how tempo, turnovers, and end-game fouls bend totals, the Expert Betting Guide is a solid reference point.
Old Dominion Monarchs vs Coastal Carolina Chanticleers Predictions and Best Bets
My lean on the side is Old Dominion +3.5. The number is small enough that you’re not asking for a miracle, just a competitive road performance, and Old Dominion’s recent scoring output suggests they can stay in a one-possession game if they avoid the defensive meltdown stretches.
I’m not eager to take Coastal’s moneyline at -163. If you like Coastal, I’d rather lay the 3.5 and trust the rebounding edge to show up in a way that creates separation. Paying the tax on the moneyline doesn’t fit this matchup for me.
On the total, I lean under 149.5. The line is high enough that you don’t need a slow game to cash the under, you just need one side to miss its efficiency target for a couple of stretches. Coastal’s rebounding can keep them afloat, but it also tends to control pace because it reduces transition chances for the opponent.
Best Bet: Under 149.5
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