Betting Trends Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks vs Virginia Cavaliers

The upcoming NCAAB matchup on December 9, 2025, features the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks visiting the Virginia Cavaliers at John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, VA. This game is a key regular season contest broadcast on ACC Network Extr. The Virginia Cavaliers have shown strong form with an 8-1 overall record and 7-1 at home, boasting a 6-3 ATS record. They average 87.4 points per game with a solid shooting percentage of 48.9% and a 3-point shooting accuracy of 39.8%, making them a formidable offensive team.

Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks, with a 4-8 record and 6-4 ATS, will look to upset the Cavaliers. They average 62.6 points per game, shooting 45% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the arc. The Hawks have shown resilience in away games with a 6-3 ATS away record. The odds spread and total points for this game will be critical for bettors, considering Virginia's offensive rating of 129.168 versus Maryland-Eastern Shore's 94.4022 defensive rating.

Key players to watch include Virginia's starting five, who have been instrumental in their recent wins, and Maryland-Eastern Shore's lineup which may be slightly affected by injury statuses but likely to play their core starters. The Virginia Cavaliers' ability to control the game pace and shoot efficiently from three-point range could be the deciding factor.

For bettors, analyzing these betting trends alongside game insights such as points per game and defensive matchups will provide an edge. The previous meeting on November 25, 2022, where Virginia won 72-45, offers historical context to the matchup. The Cavaliers' home advantage and superior stats suggest they are the best bet in this contest. Ready to bet smarter? Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription now or place your bet with a U.S. regulated sportsbook and profit off the edge.