Virginia Tech vs Clemson Prediction 3/8/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Virginia Tech vs Clemson prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, March 8th at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, South Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Preview

The Virginia Tech Hokies are 13-17 (8-11) this year after they lost to North Carolina by a score of 91-59 in their last game. Virginia Tech trailed 46-29 at halftime and allowed 45 more points in the second half for the blowout loss. The Hokies shot 37.9% from the field, 33.3% on three-pointers, and 53.3% on free throws in the game. Ben Burnham led Virginia Tech with 12 points and nine rebounds, while Jaydon Young added 12 points and one rebound in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Hokies defeated Syracuse by a score of 101-95 but did lose to Louisville by a score of 71-66 before that. Virginia Tech has lost four of their last six games and they are currently tied for ninth in the ACC standings with an 8-11 record. Virginia Tech has scored 69.8 points per game and they have allowed 73.1 points per game, while also averaging 33.2 rebounds and 13 assists per game this season. Mylyjael Poteat is averaging 9.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, while Jaden Schutt is averaging 8.2 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this year. Virginia Tech is shooting 44.3% from the field, 71.7% on free throws, and 36% on three-pointers this season. 

Clemson Tigers Betting Preview

The Clemson Tigers are 25-5 (17-2) this season after they defeated Boston College by a score of 78-69 in their last game. Clemson led 49-39 at halftime, but they only scored 29 points in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 50% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Jaeden Zackery led Clemson with 21 points and three rebounds, while Chase Hunter added 18 points and three assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Tigers defeated Virginia by a score of 71-58 and Notre Dame by a score of 83-68. Clemson has won seven games in a row and they are currently tied for second in the ACC standings with a 17-2 record. Clemson has scored 77.5 points per game and they have allowed 66.3 points per game, while also averaging 35.4 rebounds and 14.9 assists per game this season. Chase Hunter is averaging 16.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, while Ian Schieffelin is averaging 13.1 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this season. Clemson is shooting 47.1% from the field, 76.9% on free throws, and 38.5% on three-pointers this year. 

Why Clemson will beat Virginia Tech 

• Clemson has won each of its last 11 Saturday games against Conference opponents.
• Virginia Tech has lost each of its last five games against AP-ranked opponents.
• Virginia Tech has lost the first half in six of its last seven games against Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Clemson’s last seven night games against the Atlantic Coast Conference at Littlejohn Coliseum has produced a total of 148+ points.
• Each of Virginia Tech’s last seven Saturday night games against the Atlantic Coast Conference has produced a total of 140+ points.

Virginia Tech vs Clemson Prediction 

Clemson comes into this matchup looking to finish the regular season strong and continue their seven-game winning streak. The Tigers have been one of the top teams in the ACC this season and they have allowed fewer than 70 points in six straight games. Virginia Tech has had trouble stringing wins together over the last few weeks and they are shooting just 44.3% from the field, which is going to be an issue against this Clemson defense. Clemson won the first meeting with Virginia Tech by a score of 72-57 and I think Virginia Tech has regressed since that meeting. Clemson is the much better team in this matchup and they should win this game very easily. Take Clemson to cover here. 

David Racey's Pick: Clemson -17.5