California Golden Bears vs Virginia Tech Hokies Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday January 10 2026
The California Golden Bears, who currently hold a 13-3 record overall and are 1-2 in the ACC this season, are headed to Blacksburg, Virginia for an important matchup against the Virginia Tech Hokies. The Hokies, sitting at 12-4 with the same conference record as Cal, will be looking to defend their home court in front of their fans. Meanwhile, the Golden Bears are eager to bounce back and even out their ACC record, hoping this game will give their season a boost as they continue their quest for success in a competitive league. Get involved in the action with our free college basketball picks.
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California vs. Virginia Tech Game Information
- January 10, 2026
- 4:00pm EST
- Cassell Coliseum
- ACC Network
Virginia Tech Form & Recent Results
Virginia Tech enters this game after dropping their last two matchups, though they have still managed to win in three of their previous five games. In their recent nail-biter against Stanford, a 69-68 defeat, Neoklis Avdalas put up an impressive 21 points and dished out three assists, while Amani Hansberry made his presence felt on the boards by securing 11 rebounds for the Hokies. Despite losing by the slimmest of margins, Virginia Tech dominated the glass with 36 rebounds and actually held the lead for the vast majority, about 90% of the game.
This year, Amani Hansberry has stood out as Virginia Tech’s top scorer, racking up an average of 16.1 points per game. Right behind him is Neoklis Avdalas, who has been reliable with a 14.7 points-per-game average so far this year. The team’s rebounding duties have primarily fallen to Tobi Lawal, who leads the Hokies with an average of 9.3 rebounds per contest across the season. When it comes to orchestrating the offense, Avdalas has also been the team’s top facilitator, averaging 4.9 assists per game this year. In their last five games, Virginia Tech has maintained a solid offensive output, putting up an average of 81 points each time out. They’ve been especially strong when playing at home, boasting a 9-1 record and pouring in a robust 85 points per game on their court. As they get ready to take on California this Saturday afternoon, the Hokies will be eager for a win that would help them even out their conference record and get their season back on track.
California Form & Recent Results
California heads into this game looking to bounce back after a tough loss in their previous game, but overall, the Golden Bears have managed victories in three of their last five matchups. Most recently, they suffered a heavy 84-60 defeat to Virginia, despite the efforts of Dai Dai Ames, who led the team with 18 points. Semetri Carr pulled down a solid 8 rebounds, and Justin Pippen contributed 3 assists in that game. Even in the loss, the Bears showcased impressive accuracy at the free-throw line, hitting 86% of their shots, although they did struggle with ball security, giving up 9 turnovers in the contest.
Dai Dai Ames has stood out as California’s main offensive weapon, averaging a team-best 17.6 points per game. Not far behind is Justin Pippen, who has stepped up as the second option, averaging 14.9 points each game. When it comes to rebounding, Lee Dort has been the most reliable presence on the boards, securing 7.6 rebounds per contest. Pippen has also been instrumental in playmaking, leading the Golden Bears with an average of 4.1 assists this season. Over their past five games, the Bears have averaged 74.6 points, showing they have the ability to put up decent offensive numbers. However, the team has struggled in unfamiliar territory, holding a 0-2 record on the road this season and allowing an average of 91.5 points in those away games. As they prepare to face Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, California will be eager to turn things around on the road, hoping to tighten up their defense and build some positive momentum as ACC play continues.
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Key Stats
- California Golden Bears this season: 45% field goal percentage, 34.9 rebounds, 14.8 assists, 3.9 blocks, 6.4 steals per game
- Virginia Tech Hokies this season: 46% field goal percentage, 37.5 rebounds, 15.2 assists, 3.9 blocks, 7.2 steals per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- VT -5.5; O/U 146.5
California vs. Virginia Tech Picks and Prediction
So far this season, California hasn’t managed to pick up a road victory, but they're aiming to change that as they travel to Blacksburg for a matchup with ACC foe Virginia Tech. The Hokies, on the other hand, are eager to get back on track after dropping their last two ACC games in a row. They'll be looking to use the energy from their home crowd to not only bounce back from recent losses, but also to even out their conference record and keep their hopes for a strong season alive. Final Score Prediction, Virginia Tech Hokies win and cover the spread, 81-69.
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