NCAAB · Final

VCU Rams Defeat Davidson Wildcats 75-69

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · John M. Belk Arena

VCU Rams 75, Davidson Wildcats 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 VCU Rams vs Davidson Wildcats?

VCU Rams beat Davidson Wildcats 75-69 at John M. Belk Arena on January 24, 2026.

Who was favored in VCU Rams vs Davidson Wildcats?

VCU Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.

In a closely contested matchup, the VCU Rams overcame the Davidson Wildcats with a final score of 75-69 at the John M. Belk Arena. This victory adds to VCU's strong season, improving their record to 15-6, while Davidson falls to 12-8. VCU's recent form has been impressive, with a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and an average of 85.4 points scored per game, showcasing their offensive prowess. They have won their last two games, including a recent victory against Saint Joseph's Hawks, where they scored 79 points.

Davidson, on the other hand, has had a mixed bag of results lately, going 5-5 in their last ten games and averaging 68.6 points scored per game. Their recent form includes a two-game winning streak, with their latest victory coming against Fordham Rams, where they won 68-63. However, their overall home record stands at 2-4, indicating struggles at home compared to their away performance, where they have a better record of 3-1.

The Rams had a strong start to the game and maintained their lead throughout, despite a valiant effort from Davidson. The teams had previously met on March 1, 2025, where Davidson lost to VCU 80-56, making this matchup significant as Davidson sought to avenge that defeat. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best players.

As for betting lines, DraftKings set the spread at VCU -5.5, with a total of 148.5 points for the game. The odds for the home money line were 195.0, while the away money line was -238. The market reflected a strong belief in VCU's ability to secure the win.

The game was played under standard conditions, and viewers could expect an exciting contest characterized by VCU's high-scoring capabilities and Davidson's resilience. Key moments included a crucial three-point shot by Sam Brown that extended VCU's lead late in the second half, and free throws by Brandon Jennings that sealed the victory for the Rams. This result highlights VCU's dominance in the matchup and sets the stage for both teams as they continue their seasons.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VCU -5.5	148.5 o -112 / u -108	VCU Rams -238 · Davidson Wildcats +195

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Leaders

PointsSam Brown18Davidson Wildcats
AssistsDevin Brown2Davidson Wildcats
ReboundsDevin Brown6Davidson Wildcats
PointsLazar Djokovic20VCU Rams
AssistsTerrence Hill Jr.4VCU Rams
ReboundsLazar Djokovic8VCU Rams

Recent form

Davidson Wildcats

Last 10: 5-5Streak W268.6 scored · 69.6 allowed per game2-4 at home

W68-63vs Fordham RamsJan 22
W84-79at George Washington RevolutionariesJan 15
L45-70vs Rhode Island RamsJan 10
W79-64at Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 8
W62-56at Saint Joseph's HawksJan 3
L83-89vs Duquesne DukesDec 31
L61-90at Kansas JayhawksDec 23
L63-68vs Temple OwlsDec 19
W80-47vs Mercyhurst LakersDec 13
L61-70vs Saint Mary's GaelsDec 7

VCU Rams

Last 10: 7-3Streak W285.4 scored · 76.7 allowed per game2-1 away

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
L78-81vs New Mexico LobosDec 11

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	VCU Rams	Davidson Wildcats
Field goals	28-51	27-58
Field goal %	55	47
Three-pointers	5-16	8-22
Three-point %	31	36
Free throws	14-20	7-14
Free throw %	70	50
Rebounds	35	24
Offensive rebounds	11	10
Defensive rebounds	24	14
Assists	8	8
Steals	5	8
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	12	7
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	14
Fast-break points	11	4
Points in the paint	40	32
Fouls	13	17
Largest lead	8	7
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	46	40

How the scoring went

2nd Half37-35Devin Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-35Brandon Jennings makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half42-35Lazar Djokovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Barry Evans assists)
2nd Half42-37Sam Brown makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half42-39Devin Brown makes driving layup
2nd Half42-41Josh Scovens makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half42-42Josh Scovens makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half45-42Lazar Djokovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half45-44Josh Scovens makes 6-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half45-45Josh Scovens makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half47-45Brandon Jennings makes driving layup
2nd Half47-47Josh Scovens makes layup (Devin Brown assists)
2nd Half47-50Roberts Blums makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josh Scovens assists)
2nd Half50-50Tyrell Ward makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandon Jennings assists)
2nd Half52-50Tyrell Ward makes layup
2nd Half52-51Parker Friedrichsen makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-52Parker Friedrichsen makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-52Tyrell Ward makes layup
2nd Half54-54Sam Brown makes driving layup
2nd Half55-54Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-54Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-54Lazar Djokovic makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half59-54Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-54Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-54Terrence Hill Jr. makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half62-56Sam Brown makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half64-56Brandon Jennings makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half64-58Josh Scovens makes driving layup
2nd Half66-58Terrence Hill Jr. makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half66-61Josh Scovens makes 26-foot three point jumper (Devin Brown assists)
2nd Half68-61Michael Belle makes 10-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half68-63Sam Brown makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half68-66Sam Brown makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half70-66Lazar Djokovic makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half70-69Sam Brown makes 25-foot three point jumper (Parker Friedrichsen assists)
2nd Half71-69Michael Belle makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-69Michael Belle makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-69Brandon Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-69Brandon Jennings makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-69Brandon Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2