Virginia Commonwealth VS Loyola-Chicago

This NCAA college basketball game will be played on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. (Manila time, Philippines), with Virginia Commonwealth University hosting Loyola University Chicago. According to the moneyline odds provided by users, the home team Virginia Commonwealth University is extremely favored.

Virginia Commonwealth University has been in hot form recently, performing well in its league, showing strong dominance on both ends of the offensive and defensive ends, especially at home. Loyola University Chicago has struggled recently, with a poor record, especially in away games, exposing more problems on the defensive end and low offensive efficiency.

of direct conversations between the two teams in recent years shows that Virginia Commonwealth University has a clear advantage, winning the last few meetings and the difference is large. Loyola Chicago struggled to match the intensity and tempo of their opponents in confrontations.

The odds for a bestline (win, draw, or loss) offered by users are: Virginia Commonwealth University to win @1.01, draw @0, Loyola University Chicago to win @17.5. This odds structure clearly shows that the market believes that a home win is a very high probability event, with a draw option not open and an away win seen as a very small probability of upset.

Based on recent form, the overwhelming advantage of historical head-to-head matchups, and extremely disparity in odds, Virginia Commonwealth has minimal suspense of winning at home in this game. The home team is expected to be in control from the start of the game and is likely to secure a big win. The final score prediction favors Virginia Commonwealth to win by a large margin.

Despite the clear direction of the prediction, it is important to note that the odds of a home win of 1.01 imply a very low return and little betting value. There is theoretical uncertainty in any sport, and risking your stake for such low odds is not rational betting behavior. Spectators are advised to enjoy the game but not to place bets.