NCAAB · Final

VCU Rams Defeat Richmond Spiders 77-69 at Siegel Center

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Siegel Center

VCU Rams 77, Richmond Spiders 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Richmond Spiders vs VCU Rams?

VCU Rams beat Richmond Spiders 77-69 at Siegel Center on January 27, 2026.

Who was favored in Richmond Spiders vs VCU Rams?

VCU Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -950 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.

In a competitive matchup at the Siegel Center, the VCU Rams secured a 77-69 victory over the Richmond Spiders. This game was notable as it showcased the Rams' strong home performance, extending their winning streak to four games and solidifying their position in the NCAAB landscape. With this win, VCU improved their home record to 16-6, while Richmond fell to 13-10 overall.

The Rams entered the game with a recent record of 8-2 in their last ten outings, averaging 85.1 points scored while allowing 75.5 points per game. Their last five games reflected a slight dip in scoring, averaging 76.0 points while allowing 74.6. In contrast, the Spiders had struggled recently, losing their last three games and holding a record of 4-6 in their last ten. Richmond's scoring average during this stretch was 74.8 points, with a similar defensive average of 74.9 points allowed.

At home, VCU had been particularly strong, boasting a home record of 5-1 in their last six games. Richmond's away record was less impressive, at 2-4 in their last six road games. Historically, the Rams have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Spiders, winning both encounters in the previous season, including a decisive 90-49 victory at home.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams were expected to field their best lineups. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had VCU as heavy favorites with a spread of -12.5 and a moneyline of -950. Richmond, on the other hand, was listed at +625 on the moneyline, indicating a significant gap in perceived competitiveness.

The game conditions were typical for a January evening in Virginia, with a lively crowd supporting the Rams. Fans were treated to a thrilling contest, highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half that ultimately sealed the Rams' victory. Notable moments included Aiden Argabright's driving layup, which brought Richmond within four points at 67-71, and a series of free throws by Brandon Jennings that extended VCU's lead to 77-69 in the closing moments.

Overall, viewers witnessed a well-fought game where VCU's home advantage and recent form played crucial roles in their success against Richmond.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VCU -12.5	155.5 o -110 / u -110	Richmond Spiders +625 · VCU Rams -950

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Leaders

PointsTerrence Hill Jr.14VCU Rams
AssistsBarry Evans3VCU Rams
ReboundsBarry Evans10VCU Rams
PointsAJ Lopez17Richmond Spiders
AssistsCollin Tanner2Richmond Spiders
ReboundsMike Walz8Richmond Spiders

Recent form

VCU Rams

Last 10: 8-2Streak W385.1 scored · 75.5 allowed per game5-1 at home

W75-69at Davidson WildcatsJan 24
W79-72vs Saint Joseph's HawksJan 19
W84-75at Rhode Island RamsJan 14
L80-86at George Mason PatriotsJan 10
L62-71vs Saint Louis BillikensJan 8
W93-80at Duquesne DukesJan 3
W89-82vs St. Bonaventure BonniesDec 31
W100-79vs Rider BroncsDec 23
W105-83vs American University EaglesDec 19
W84-58vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 16

Richmond Spiders

Last 10: 4-6Streak L374.8 scored · 74.9 allowed per game2-2 away

L69-85at George Washington RevolutionariesJan 24
L68-69vs Rhode Island RamsJan 22
L63-88at Saint Louis BillikensJan 17
W74-53vs La Salle ExplorersJan 15
L65-67vs Saint Joseph's HawksJan 11
W89-80at St. Bonaventure BonniesJan 8
W83-75at Fordham RamsJan 4
L85-99vs George Washington RevolutionariesDec 31
L72-77vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 28
W80-56vs The Citadel BulldogsDec 20

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Saint Louis	29-6	-	15-3
VCU	28-8	-	15-3
Saint Joseph's	24-12	2	13-5
Dayton	25-12	3	12-6
George Mason	23-10	4	11-7
Davidson	20-14	5	10-8
Duquesne	18-15	6	9-9
George Washington	19-16	7	8-10
Fordham	17-15	7	8-10
Rhode Island	16-16	8	7-11
Richmond	15-17	10	5-13
La Salle	9-23	10	5-13
St. Bonaventure	17-17	11	4-14
Loyola Chicago	9-24	11	4-14

Box score

Stat	Richmond Spiders	VCU Rams
Field goals	27-57	23-53
Field goal %	47	43
Three-pointers	5-15	9-24
Three-point %	33	38
Free throws	10-14	22-27
Free throw %	71	81
Rebounds	31	32
Offensive rebounds	12	12
Defensive rebounds	19	20
Assists	7	11
Steals	5	4
Blocks	0	3
Turnovers	9	7
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	11
Fast-break points	2	2
Points in the paint	32	24
Fouls	22	14
Largest lead	0	17
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

2nd Half39-51AJ Lopez makes 28-foot three point jumper (Collin Tanner assists)
2nd Half39-53Brandon Jennings makes driving layup
2nd Half39-56Nyk Lewis makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half41-56Jaden Daughtry makes layup
2nd Half43-56Jaylen Robinson makes layup
2nd Half44-56Jaylen Robinson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half46-56Jaylen Robinson makes layup
2nd Half46-57Tyrell Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-58Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half46-59Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half46-60Tyrell Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-61Tyrell Ward makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-61Mike Walz makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half48-62Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-63Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-63Collin Tanner makes layup (Mike Walz assists)
2nd Half51-63Mike Walz makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-63Aiden Argabright makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-63Aiden Argabright makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-63AJ Lopez makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-63AJ Lopez makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-64Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-65Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-65Mike Walz makes 6-foot hook shot
2nd Half57-67Lazar Djokovic makes layup (Brandon Jennings assists)
2nd Half59-67Aiden Argabright makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half60-67Mike Walz makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-67Mike Walz makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-70Michael Belle makes 24-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half63-70Jaden Daughtry makes layup
2nd Half63-71Michael Belle makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-71Jaden Daughtry makes layup
2nd Half67-71Aiden Argabright makes driving layup
2nd Half67-73Terrence Hill Jr. makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half67-74Brandon Jennings makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-75Brandon Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-75Will Johnston makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-75Will Johnston makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-76Brandon Jennings makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-77Brandon Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2