Virginia Tech Hokies vs Bryant Bulldogs Picks and Predictions November 19th 2025

Game Preview Bryant @ Virginia Tech

The unbeaten start for the Virginia Tech Hokies has been fueled by a system overhaul and the emergence of 6-foot-9 Greek freshman point guard Neoklis Avdalas. Through four games, Avdalas is averaging 16.3 points and six assists, leading a Hokies offense producing 95.8 points per game. Five Virginia Tech players are already in double figures, a testament to how quickly this roster has adapted to Mike Young’s movement-heavy attack.

Virginia Tech’s most recent win, an 84–76 victory against Charlotte, continued the trend of balanced scoring. Jailen Bedford led with 21 points, Avdalas added 10, and interior anchor Tobi Lawal dominated with an 18-point, 15-rebound effort. Lawal enters Wednesday averaging 11.8 rebounds per game while anchoring a rebounding unit that ranks top-50 nationally.

Bryant heads to Blacksburg with a far different outlook. The Bryant Bulldogs have struggled offensively, averaging only 60.8 points per game and ranking near the bottom nationally in field-goal percentage. Their 1–3 record includes a recent 68–50 loss to Valparaiso in which Bryant shot just 27.7 percent and scored only 20 second-half points.

The team’s brightest spot is 6-9 Russian freshman Timofei Rudovskii, who is averaging 13.3 points and 4.3 rebounds. His ability to generate offense will be critical as Bryant faces one of the most productive scoring units in the country.

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Odds and Key Information

Live numbers and market trends are available on the NCAAB Odds page. Virginia Tech is listed as a heavy favorite with a sizable spread reflecting their production and Bryant’s offensive struggles.

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Virginia Tech Outlook

Virginia Tech enters unbeaten, but the attention is increasingly centered on how the team’s identity has evolved. The Hokies are now playing through pace, spacing, and quick-decision guard play. Avdalas’ poise, size, and ability to create mismatches have allowed Mike Young to unlock a dynamic, unpredictable structure.

The Hokies average nearly 96 points per game, ranking among the nation’s best. Their efficiency stems from high-percentage shots, interior rebounding, and excellent ball movement. Bedford’s perimeter shooting, Lawal’s dominance on the glass, and multi-level scoring from the wings give Tech a high offensive floor.

Defensively, Virginia Tech uses its length to contest passing lanes and rebound effectively. Lawal anchors the interior while wings rotate quickly to deny clean looks. In a matchup against a Bryant team shooting just 34.7 percent, defensive pressure could generate early separation.

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Injury Report

Virginia Tech reports no significant injuries.

Bryant Outlook

Bryant’s early-season form makes this matchup an uphill climb. Despite flashes from Rudovskii and Quincy Allen, the Bulldogs have struggled to find consistent production. Bryant ranks near the bottom in both scoring and field-goal percentage, and the lack of secondary scoring has led to extended droughts.

The Bulldogs do shoot free throws well and attempt threes at a high volume, but their efficiency is not yet strong enough to offset other weaknesses. Bryant’s 27.7 percent shooting against Valparaiso — including 8-for-31 in the second half — reflected ongoing offensive challenges. Unless the Bulldogs control pace, this game risks becoming another long night.

Defensively, Bryant has moments of competitiveness, especially in the first half of recent games. But as fatigue sets in, lapses in rotations and rebounding become costly. Facing a Virginia Tech team averaging nearly 44 rebounds per game magnifies the concern.

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Injury Report

No major injuries reported.

Key Matchup Table

Matchup Factor	Edge
Scoring Output	Virginia Tech
Rebounding	Virginia Tech
Three-Point Volume	Bryant
Turnover Margin	Virginia Tech
Bench Depth	Virginia Tech

Betting Trends

Virginia Tech has covered in three of its first four games, and its high-performance offense translates well in lopsided matchups. The Hokies have been dominant at home and continue to apply offensive pressure throughout all 40 minutes.

Bryant has struggled ATS due to extended scoring droughts and difficulty sustaining defensive energy. Their three-point volume offers volatility, but efficiency has not followed.

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Predictions

Projected Score: Virginia Tech 96, Bryant 60
Spread Pick: Virginia Tech -25.5
Total Lean: Under 147.5

Why You Need Expert Picks

This matchup profiles as one of the most lopsided statistical spreads on the college slate. Virginia Tech’s interior strength, perimeter efficiency, and rebounding margin contrast sharply with Bryant’s low shooting percentages and turnover vulnerability. Expert projections help refine expected margins and confirm whether the value lies on the side or the total.

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