Stanford vs Virginia Tech Prediction 1/7/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Stanford vs Virginia Tech prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 7th at Cassell Coliseum in Blacksburg, Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Stanford Cardinal Betting Preview

The Stanford Cardinal are 12-3 (1-1) this season after they defeated Louisville by a score of 80-76 in their last game. Stanford led 35-34 at halftime and they scored 45 points in the second half to secure the close win. The Cardinal shot 46% from the field, 47% on three pointers, and 68% on free throws in the game. Ebuka Okorie led Stanford with 28 points and three rebounds, while Chisom Okpara added 17 points and eight rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Stanford lost to Notre Dame by a score of 47-40, but did beat CS Northridge by a score of 88-80 before that. The Cardinal have scored 78.9 points per game with 35.9 rebounds and 12.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 70.9 points against per game this season. Ebuka Okorie is averaging 22.0 points and 3.7 rebounds per game, while Chisom Okpara is averaging 15.3 points and 4.2 rebounds per game for the Cardinal. Stanford is shooting 43.3% from the field, 72.3% on free throws, and 34.4% on three pointers this season. 

Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Preview

The Virginia Tech Hokies are 12-3 (1-1) this year after they lost to Wake Forest by a score of 81-78 in their last game. Virginia Tech trailed 36-32 at halftime, but did win the second half 46-45 in the narrow loss. The Hokies shot 47% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 72% on free throws in the game. Jailen Bedford led Virginia Tech with 25 points and five rebounds, while Amani Hansberry added 19 points and 10 rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Virginia Tech defeated Virginia by a score of 95-85 and Elon by a score of 82-81. The Hokies have scored 83.5 points per game with 37.6 rebounds and 15.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.0 points against per game this season. Amani Hansberry is averaging 16.5 points and 9.0 rebounds per game, while Neoklis Avdalas is averaging 14.3 points and 5.1 assists per game for the Hokies. Virginia Tech is shooting 46.0% from the field, 70.1% on free throws, and 35.5% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Virginia Tech Hokies will win

• Virginia Tech has won each of its last eight games at Cassell Coliseum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Stanford has lost three of its last four night games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.
• Stanford has lost the first half in three of its last four games.

Why the Stanford Cardinal will win

• Stanford has won 11 of its last 12 games when playing with a rest advantage.
• Virginia Tech has lost five of its last six night games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.
• Stanford has won the first half in five of its last six night games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Six of Virginia Tech’s last seven night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 149+ points.
• Four of Stanford’s last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 145 or fewer points.

Stanford vs Virginia Tech Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this contest with a 12-3 record overall, but Virginia Tech will be at home. The Hokies are coming off of a loss to Wake Forest and they have allowed 81 points or more in three straight games. Stanford just upset Louisville at home in their last game, but they scored just 40 points in the game prior to that. Virginia Tech is the better shooting team and while I don’t trust their defense, I think this is a very difficult spot for Stanford. Take VT to cover at home.

David Racey's Pick: Virginia Tech -5.5