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Spiders vs Rams Picks and Predictions – Sunday January 4, 2026
Richmond heads to the Bronx for an Atlantic 10 conference game against Fordham on Sunday, January 4 at 12:00 PM ET. The setting is Rose Hill Gymnasium, the broadcast is on USA, and the market is treating this like a near pick’em with Richmond laying -1.5 on the road.
That pricing makes sense on paper. Richmond owns the higher-scoring profile, but Fordham has been strong at home, and Rose Hill can be a real edge in these early afternoon conference spots. With the total set at 140.5, the key read is whether Fordham’s pace control drags this into a half-court grind or if Richmond’s shot-making forces the Rams to open it up.
Richmond Spiders vs Fordham Rams Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should keep monitoring updated college basketball odds as numbers can move closer to tip.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Spiders | -129 | -1.5 (-113) | 140.5 |
| Fordham Rams | +103 | +1.5 (-111) | 140.5 |
Richmond Spiders Betting Form
Richmond is coming off a high-scoring loss to George Washington, and that game tells you two things that matter for betting this one. First, the Spiders can score with almost anyone when the pace rises. Second, they’re not immune to defensive stretches where the opponent gets comfortable, which is dangerous on the road when you’re laying points in a short spread.
From a matchup standpoint, Richmond’s biggest advantage is offensive balance. They can score from the perimeter, they’re reliable at the line, and they have enough scoring options that you don’t have to rely on one heater to get into the 70s. In a -1.5 spot, that matters because you’re not asking them to dominate for 40 minutes, you just need them to execute cleaner than Fordham late.
For trends, splits, and game logs, check Richmond stats and results.
Fordham Rams Betting Form
Fordham just played a 63-56 type of game against Dayton, and that’s basically the script they want again. They’re comfortable in lower-possession basketball, they rebound well, and their defense tends to travel within their own building. An 8-3 home record is not a fluke when you play that style, because the underdog doesn’t need to score 85 to win, they just need to win the margins and control tempo.
The betting angle with Fordham is that they can keep games close without shooting lights out. If they’re winning the glass and not turning it over, they can grind possessions and keep Richmond from getting into rhythm threes. In a +1.5 spot, that’s enough to justify taking the points, especially if the game lands in the high 60s or low 70s.
For a deeper look at home splits and defensive trends, check Fordham schedule and stats.
Richmond Spiders vs Fordham Rams Matchup Breakdown
This comes down to pace control and shot profile. Richmond is at its best when the game has a little flow, the ball moves, and the threes are generated through advantage, not late-clock bailouts. Fordham is at its best when the game is slowed down and every possession turns into a half-court defensive test.
Rebounding is a major swing factor. Fordham’s ability to win the glass can erase Richmond’s shooting edge by simply taking away possessions. If Fordham is getting second chances while Richmond is one-and-done, the home dog becomes very live, because you’re forcing Richmond to be efficient on fewer total trips.
The total at 140.5 makes sense with Fordham’s slower pace. If you believe Fordham controls tempo, the under is naturally in play even if Richmond shoots well. The over requires either Richmond forcing pace through makes and pressure, or Fordham scoring efficiently enough that the pace can stay slow but the points still stack through free throws and offensive boards.
The building matters here too. Rose Hill is typically a tighter environment where defense and rebounding show up, and that’s why I’m hesitant to treat Richmond’s raw points-per-game edge as automatic in this spot.
Richmond Spiders vs Fordham Rams Predictions and Best Bets
I lean Fordham +1.5. In a near pick’em, I’m usually looking for the side that controls tempo, and Fordham’s home profile suggests they can dictate how this game is played. If the Rams keep it in a half-court script, the points become valuable, and they’re live to win outright.
Richmond can absolutely win. Their offensive balance is the cleanest path to a road win, and if they’re getting to the line and hitting threes at a normal clip, they’ll have the best scoring profile in the game. But at -1.5, you’re paying a small tax to back a road team in a gym that tends to reward physical, slower basketball.
On the total, I lean under 140.5. Fordham’s pace is the driver, and unless Richmond forces this game into transition, it’s hard to project enough possessions to clear the number comfortably. If you like the over, you’re betting on free throws and offensive rebounds doing the heavy lifting.
Best Bet: Fordham Rams +1.5 (-111)
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