NCAAB · Final

VCU Rams Defeat Duquesne Dukes 93-80 in NCAAB Clash

Saturday, January 3, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse

VCU Rams 93, Duquesne Dukes 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won VCU Rams vs Duquesne Dukes?

VCU Rams beat Duquesne Dukes 93-80 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse on January 3, 2026.

Who was favored in VCU Rams vs Duquesne Dukes?

VCU Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.

The VCU Rams secured a decisive 93-80 victory over the Duquesne Dukes in their NCAAB matchup at the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse on January 3, 2026. This win extends VCU's current winning streak to five games, showcasing their strong form as they continue to climb the standings. The Rams entered the game with an away record of 11-4 and an impressive average of 87.8 points scored per game in their last ten outings, compared to Duquesne's home record of 9-6 and an average of 87.2 points scored in their recent performances.

In their last ten games, the Dukes recorded a 6-4 record, with a recent streak of three consecutive wins prior to this matchup. Duquesne's scoring average was slightly lower than VCU's, as they allowed an average of 76.4 points per game, which indicates a vulnerability that the Rams capitalized on. VCU, on the other hand, allowed an average of 72.1 points during their last ten games, demonstrating a solid defensive effort alongside their high-scoring offense.

Historically, VCU has had the upper hand in their previous meetings, winning the last encounter on March 5, 2025, with a score of 71-62. This latest victory further solidifies their dominance over the Dukes in recent matchups.

The game's conditions were favorable for both teams, with no significant injuries reported that would impact the performance of key players. The market had VCU favored by 5.5 points, according to DraftKings, with a total set at 165.5. The odds reflected the Rams' strong recent performance and their position as the away team.

As the game progressed, VCU maintained control, highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half. Maximus Edwards opened the scoring for VCU with a layup, followed by Terrence Hill Jr. making two free throws, extending their lead to 90-75. Jimmie Williams responded for Duquesne with a three-point jumper, but it was not enough to close the gap. VCU continued to build on their lead, with Ahmad Nowell sealing the game with two additional free throws, bringing the final score to 93-80.

Overall, the matchup showcased VCU's offensive prowess and ability to execute under pressure, while Duquesne will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VCU -5.5	165.5 o -112 / u -108	VCU Rams -258 · Duquesne Dukes +210

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Leaders

PointsTarence Guinyard22Duquesne Dukes
AssistsTarence Guinyard5Duquesne Dukes
ReboundsJakub Necas6Duquesne Dukes
PointsTerrence Hill Jr.21VCU Rams
AssistsBrandon Jennings5VCU Rams
ReboundsLazar Djokovic11VCU Rams

Recent form

Duquesne Dukes

Last 10: 6-4Streak W387.2 scored · 76.4 allowed per game5-2 at home

W89-83at Davidson WildcatsDec 31
W99-49vs Cleary University CougarsDec 27
W103-59vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 23
L75-78at Nevada Wolf PackDec 14
L64-86at Boise State BroncosDec 11
W84-75vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 6
L79-83vs William & Mary TribeDec 3
W101-80vs Central State MaraudersNov 26
L86-93vs Northeastern HuskiesNov 22
W92-78vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsNov 20

VCU Rams

Last 10: 8-2Streak W487.8 scored · 72.1 allowed per game0-1 away

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
W83-57vs Samford BulldogsDec 6
W86-68vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 28
L74-89at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 27
W78-66vs South Florida BullsNov 26
W101-58vs Coppin State EaglesNov 23

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	Duquesne Dukes
Field goals	29-54	28-53
Field goal %	54	53
Three-pointers	11-25	8-23
Three-point %	44	35
Free throws	24-31	16-25
Free throw %	77	64
Rebounds	33	25
Offensive rebounds	10	6
Defensive rebounds	23	19
Assists	15	17
Steals	9	7
Blocks	6	3
Turnovers	12	13
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	19
Fast-break points	12	23
Points in the paint	34	38
Fouls	19	27
Largest lead	15	5
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	92	7

How the scoring went

2nd Half52-50Jake DiMichele makes layup (Jakub Necas assists)
2nd Half54-50Michael Belle makes layup
2nd Half54-53Maximus Edwards makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jimmie Williams assists)
2nd Half56-53Terrence Hill Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half58-53Ahmad Nowell makes driving layup
2nd Half60-53Terrence Hill Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half63-53Ahmad Nowell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half63-56Tarence Guinyard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jakub Necas assists)
2nd Half66-56Ahmad Nowell makes 31-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half66-57Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-58Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-58Ahmad Nowell makes driving layup
2nd Half68-60Tarence Guinyard makes driving layup
2nd Half68-61Tarence Guinyard makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-61Terrence Hill Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nyk Lewis assists)
2nd Half73-61Nyk Lewis makes layup
2nd Half74-61Nyk Lewis makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half74-64Jimmie Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tarence Guinyard assists)
2nd Half75-64Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-64Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-67Jimmie Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half77-67Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-67Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-67Lazar Djokovic makes layup
2nd Half81-67Lazar Djokovic makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half81-69Jimmie Williams makes layup (Tarence Guinyard assists)
2nd Half84-69Barry Evans makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brandon Jennings assists)
2nd Half84-70Jimmie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half84-71Jimmie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half86-71Lazar Djokovic makes layup (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half86-73Tarence Guinyard makes layup
2nd Half88-73Terrence Hill Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half88-75Maximus Edwards makes layup
2nd Half89-75Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half90-75Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half90-78Jimmie Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tarence Guinyard assists)
2nd Half91-78Michael Belle makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half91-80Tarence Guinyard makes driving layup
2nd Half92-80Ahmad Nowell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half93-80Ahmad Nowell makes free throw 2 of 2