Duke vs Virginia Tech Prediction 1/31/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The Duke Blue Devils and the Virginia Tech Hokies will meet on Saturday afternoon in an ACC matchup at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia.

Duke Blue Devils Betting Preview

The Duke Blue Devils enter Saturday afternoon’s game with a 19–1 win‑loss record, including a 8–0 conference mark and a 6-0 record on the road. The Blue Devils have compiled wins over Florida, Michigan State, Lipscomb, and the Georgia Bulldogs, while losing to the Texas Tech Red Raiders. In the Duke Blue Devils 67–66 victory over the Florida Gators last month, Duke forward Cameron Boozer posted 29 points (10 of 21 shooting from the field), 6 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal showcasing his ability to lead the Blue Devils frontcourt.

The Duke Blue Devils average 85.6 points (25th in nation) on 49.9 percent shooting from the field (16th in country) and 34.4 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. Defensively, the Blue Devils are allowing opponents 64.6 points per contest which ranks ninth in the nation.

Freshman guard Cameron Boozer has been a standout contributor for the Duke Blue Devils, averaging 23.5 points, 9.9 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.6 blocks per game. Sophomore center Patrick Ngongbka II is averaging 11.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, 2 assists and 1.3 blocks per contest. Sophomore guard Isaiah Evans provides the Blue Devils with further backcourt stability averaging 14.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game.

Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Preview

The Virginia Tech Hokies enter Saturday’s contest with a 16–6 win‑loss record, including a 5–4 mark in conference play and a 12–1 record at home. The Hokies have compiled wins over Charleston Southern, Providence, Bryant, Colorado State, South Carolina, and George Mason, while losing games to Saint Mary’s and the VCU Rams. Earlier this season, in the Virginia Tech Hokies impressive 86–83 overtime victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks earlier this month, forward Amani Hansberry tallied 22 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 blocks and 1 steal illustrating his ability to be a strong presence in the paint.

The Virginia Tech Hokies average 81 points on 45 percent shooting from the field and 34.9 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. Defensively, the Hokies are allowing opponents 74.1 points per game.

Sophomore forward Amani Hansberry leads the Hokies averaging 14.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.6 steals per game. Freshman guard Neoklis Avdalas adds 12.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per contest, while junior forward Tobi Lawal contributes 11.7 points and 8.9 rebounds per game. Sophomore guard Ben Hammond provides backcourt depth with 12.9 points and 3.3 assists per game, while junior guard Jaden Schutt averages 8.9 points per contest.

Why the Duke Blue Devils Will Win

•             Quality offense. The Duke Blue Devils average 85.6 points (25th in nation) on 49.9 percent shooting from the field (16th in country) per game.

•             Ability to win on the road. The Duke Blue Devils are 6-0 on the road in 2025.

•            Elite defense. The Blue Devils are allowing opponents 64.6 points per contest which ranks ninth in the nation.

  •           Balanced roster. Boozer, Evans and Ngongba II provide scoring, rebounding, and defense.

Why the Virginia Tech Hokies Will Win

• Home court edge. The Virginia Tech Hokies are 12–1 at home this season.

• Frontcourt presence. Amani Hansberry averages 14.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.6 steals per contest.

Duke Blue Devils vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Prediction

This matchup features Virginia Tech Hokies home court edge and quality interior scoring against a Duke Blue Devils team that has been one of the most complete and consistent basketball teams in the country in 2025. In my view, Duke is a far superior overall team relative to the Hokies at this point of the season. For the reasons just noted, I am backing the Duke Blue Devils in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: Duke -10.5