Virginia vs. James Madison Prediction, Odds, Lines, Picks, and Preview-December 6 | 2022 NCAA Basketball Regular Season

The James Madison Dukes will bring their first-place record in the Sun Belt Conference to Charlottesville, Virginia, to tussle with the undefeated and #3 ranked Virginia Cavaliers.

The Cavaliers are notorious for their lockdown defense, and this year's group is no different. James Madison uses their speed to get penetration, and with a three-guard lineup, Virginia better have its head on a swivel. The Cavaliers are more talented, but can the Dukes pose enough headaches to make this one a game?

James Madison Dukes vs. Virginia Cavaliers: Betting Odds

TEAMS	LINES	OVER/UNDER	MONEY LINE
James Madison	+11 (-110)	O 134 (-110)	+575
Virginia	-11 (-110)	U 134 (-110)	-800

The Virginia Cavaliers are one of the most balanced teams in college basketball annually. 2022 is no different, as the Cavaliers have five players averaging double-digits in scoring.

Kadin Shedrick is rapidly becoming one of the best all-around players in the ACC. Shedrick averages ten points and five rebounds per night while also leading the Cavaliers in steals and blocks. Did I mention that Shedrick is shooting 72% from the floor? Shedrick contributes offensively and is a terror on the defensive end of the court.

Jayden Gardner chips in along the frontcourt as well. Gardner averages 11 points per night while leading the team in rebounds.

Reece Beekman keeps the Cavaliers' offense flowing. Beekman averages 11 points per night while leading Virginia in assists.

Not to be outdone, the Dukes have five players averaging ten points per night. James Madison brings depth to the guard position, and they come at you in waves.

Terrence Edwards brings the most well-rounded game to the table, averaging 12 points per game while leading the Dukes in assists and steals. Mezie Offurum brings toughness to this Dukes' team. Offurum averages 11 points per game and leads the team in rebounds.

When the Dukes find themselves in a tight spot, they turn to Takal Molson to get a bucket. Molson leads the Dukes in scoring.

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James Madison Dukes vs. Virginia Cavaliers: Match Details

Fixture: James Madison Dukes vs. Virginia Cavaliers

Date & Time: Tuesday, December 6, 8:00 pm ET

Venue: John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, Virginia

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James Madison Dukes vs. Virginia Cavaliers: Prediction

James Madison looks like a potential Sun Belt Champion and March Madness team. Virginia looks like a team that will challenge the ACC and could make a run in the NCAA tournament.

James Madison keeps it close in the first half, but Virginia clamps down on defense and pulls away in the 2nd half. Pick the Cavaliers to cover at home.

Final Prediction: Virginia Cavaliers -11 (-110)

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