NCAAB · Final

VCU Rams Defeat Dayton Flyers 68-62 in Close Contest

Friday, March 6, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · UD Arena

VCU Rams 68, Dayton Flyers 62, 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 Dayton Flyers?

VCU Rams beat Dayton Flyers 68-62 at UD Arena on March 6, 2026.

Who was favored in VCU Rams vs Dayton Flyers?

Dayton Flyers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.

The VCU Rams secured a hard-fought victory against the Dayton Flyers, winning 68-62 at UD Arena. This matchup was significant as it showcased two teams with contrasting recent performances, with VCU entering the game with a strong away record and a current winning streak. The Rams improved their overall record to 24-7, while Dayton fell to 21-10.

In the lead-up to the game, Dayton had shown impressive form, winning six consecutive games and boasting a last ten record of 7-3. Their scoring average during this stretch was 73.2 points per game, while they allowed the same average defensively. In contrast, VCU had a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. The Rams averaged 79.9 points scored while allowing 70.2 points during this period, indicating a potent offensive capability.

When considering home and away performances, Dayton had a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while VCU remained undefeated in their last six home games. VCU's away record was also solid at 3-1, demonstrating their ability to compete on the road. The two teams had met previously in the season, with VCU decisively defeating Dayton 99-73 in their last encounter on February 7, 2026.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability for this game, but the absence of key players can often impact team performance in such tightly contested matchups.

The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had Dayton as a slight favorite with a spread of -1.5, indicating that the Flyers were expected to win by a narrow margin. The total for the game was set at 146.5, with odds of -105.0 for the over and -115.0 for the under. This reflects the anticipated competitive nature of the game, with both teams capable of scoring effectively.

The game conditions were not detailed, but typical factors such as crowd support at UD Arena and the atmosphere of a crucial matchup likely played a role in the intensity of the game.

As the game progressed, VCU maintained a slight edge, highlighted by crucial scoring plays in the second half. Michael Belle's jumper and Javon Bennett's layup kept the Rams ahead, while Dayton's De'Shayne Montgomery and Amaël L'Etang responded with their own baskets, narrowing the gap. However, VCU's Lazar Djokovic made key free throws that ultimately sealed the victory.

Overall, this game illustrated the competitive spirit of both teams, with VCU demonstrating resilience and strategic execution to claim the win and further establish their position in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DAY -1.5	146.5 o -105 / u -115	VCU Rams +105 · Dayton Flyers -125

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Leaders

PointsJavon Bennett17Dayton Flyers
AssistsKeonte Jones3Dayton Flyers
ReboundsDe'Shayne Montgomery10Dayton Flyers
PointsLazar Djokovic16VCU Rams
AssistsBrandon Jennings4VCU Rams
ReboundsBrandon Jennings7VCU Rams

Recent form

Dayton Flyers

Last 10: 7-3Streak W673.2 scored · 73.2 allowed per game4-1 at home

W65-60at Richmond SpidersMar 4
W68-66at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 28
W77-62vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 25
W78-66vs Duquesne DukesFeb 21
W82-67at George Mason PatriotsFeb 19
W70-59vs Davidson WildcatsFeb 15
L73-99at VCU RamsFeb 7
W72-70vs St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 4
L71-102at Saint Louis BillikensJan 31
L76-81vs Rhode Island RamsJan 28

VCU Rams

Last 10: 9-1Streak W279.9 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-1 away

W70-65vs George Mason PatriotsMar 4
W82-63vs Fordham RamsFeb 28
L75-88at Saint Louis BillikensFeb 21
W89-75vs George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 18
W78-67at Richmond SpidersFeb 14
W77-68at La Salle ExplorersFeb 11
W99-73vs Dayton FlyersFeb 7
W63-59at Fordham RamsFeb 4
W89-75vs Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 31
W77-69vs Richmond SpidersJan 28

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	Dayton Flyers
Field goals	25-51	25-55
Field goal %	49	45
Three-pointers	8-21	4-22
Three-point %	38	18
Free throws	10-13	8-15
Free throw %	77	53
Rebounds	30	33
Offensive rebounds	5	9
Defensive rebounds	25	24
Assists	12	11
Steals	5	4
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	7	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	13
Fast-break points	6	10
Points in the paint	34	38
Fouls	15	13
Largest lead	6	5
Lead changes	12	12
Time in front	70	20

How the scoring went

1st Half31-29Malcolm Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half32-29Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half33-29Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half33-31De'Shayne Montgomery makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Javon Bennett assists)
1st Half33-32Jacob Conner makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half33-33Jacob Conner makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half33-34Jacob Conner makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half34-34Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half37-34Barry Evans makes 25-foot three point jumper
1st Half37-36Javon Bennett makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half39-36Brandon Jennings makes layup
2nd Half39-38Amaël L'Etang makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half42-38Nyk Lewis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brandon Jennings assists)
2nd Half42-41Javon Bennett makes 27-foot three point jumper (Keonte Jones assists)
2nd Half43-41Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-41Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-43Keonte Jones makes layup
2nd Half44-45De'Shayne Montgomery makes layup
2nd Half44-47De'Shayne Montgomery makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half47-47Barry Evans makes 25-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half47-49Jaiun Simon makes layup
2nd Half49-49Michael Belle makes 0-foot dunk (Lazar Djokovic assists)
2nd Half52-49Terrence Hill Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Lazar Djokovic assists)
2nd Half54-49Lazar Djokovic makes layup (Michael Belle assists)
2nd Half54-52De'Shayne Montgomery makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Derkack assists)
2nd Half55-52Brandon Jennings makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-52Brandon Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-52Terrence Hill Jr. makes layup
2nd Half58-53Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-54Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-54Terrence Hill Jr. makes layup
2nd Half60-56Javon Bennett makes layup
2nd Half62-56Michael Belle makes 2-foot jumper
2nd Half62-58Javon Bennett makes layup
2nd Half62-60De'Shayne Montgomery makes layup
2nd Half64-60Lazar Djokovic makes layup (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half64-62Amaël L'Etang makes layup
2nd Half66-62Terrence Hill Jr. makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half67-62Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-62Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 2 of 2