Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Richmond Spiders Picks and Predictions for Wednesday March 11 2026
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The Loyola Chicago Ramblers and Richmond Spiders meet in the Atlantic 10 Championship 1st Round on Wednesday at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 PM ET with television coverage on USA Net. Both teams enter the conference tournament hoping to extend their seasons after inconsistent regular campaigns. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more betting insight and daily selections.
Loyola Chicago Searching for Late Momentum
The Loyola Chicago Ramblers enter the Atlantic 10 Tournament with an 8-23 overall record and struggled for much of the season away from home. Loyola Chicago has recently won over George Washington and Richmond while recently losing to Saint Louis, Saint Joseph’s, and Fordham. That stretch shows flashes of competitiveness, including a recent win over Richmond that could give the Ramblers some confidence entering this rematch.
The Ramblers average 66.8 points per game while allowing 76.4 points per contest this season. Loyola Chicago shoots 42% from the field, averages 33.8 rebounds per game, and produces 13.8 assists per contest. On the defensive side, the Ramblers add 3.8 blocks and 4.1 steals per game, but the overall scoring margin has been difficult to overcome.
One of the key factors for Loyola Chicago is whether it can slow the pace and control the tempo. The Ramblers do not have the offensive output to consistently win high-scoring games, so they will likely need to lean on defensive possessions and efficient shooting. Their recent win over Richmond shows they can compete if they control the flow of the game.
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Richmond Hoping to Rebound in Tournament Play
The Richmond Spiders come into the conference tournament with a 15-16 overall record and also had difficulty finding consistency away from home. Richmond has recently lost to Duquesne, Dayton, Loyola Chicago, and Davidson while recently winning over St. Bonaventure. That stretch suggests the Spiders have struggled late in the regular season, particularly in close games.
Richmond averages 77.0 points per game while allowing 73.9 points per contest this season. The Spiders shoot 45% from the field, average 33.4 rebounds per game, and contribute 14.2 assists per contest. Defensively, Richmond produces 2.4 blocks and 7.1 steals per game, showing they can create turnovers and pressure opposing offenses.
The key advantage for Richmond in this matchup is its stronger offensive production compared to Loyola Chicago. The Spiders score more than 10 points per game more than the Ramblers and have shown the ability to move the ball effectively in half-court sets. If Richmond can find its shooting rhythm early and avoid another slow start, the Spiders should have a chance to control the game.
Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Richmond Spiders Pick
Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Richmond Spiders Pick
- Pick: Richmond Spiders Moneyline
Richmond holds a clear offensive advantage entering this matchup and has been the more productive scoring team all season. While Loyola Chicago did recently defeat the Spiders, Richmond’s ability to generate more consistent offense and force turnovers should give them the edge in this tournament rematch.
Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Richmond Spiders Total Pick
- Pick: Over if the total is set at 143.5
I like the over in this matchup because Richmond plays at a pace that often produces scoring runs, and Loyola Chicago’s defense has allowed over 76 points per game this season. If Richmond pushes the tempo and forces Loyola Chicago to keep up offensively, this game could climb into the mid-140s.
Final Score Prediction: Richmond Spiders 75, Loyola Chicago Ramblers 68
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