Old Dominion vs Xavier Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, November 18, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 11/18/2025, 12:30 AM ET

Old Dominion (2–2) heads to Cincinnati to take on Xavier (2–2) in a matchup featuring two teams with early-season inconsistency. Old Dominion’s two road losses have been lopsided, while Xavier returns home after back-to-back defeats on the road. Build your bankroll with our college basketball picks.

Old Dominion vs Xavier Game Information

Date: Tuesday, November 17
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Where: Cintas Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
TV: ESPN+

Old Dominion Analyzed

KC Shaw leads the Monarchs at 15.8 points per game on 48.9% shooting, and LJ Thomas adds 14.3 points and 4.3 assists with strong perimeter production. Old Dominion has had a solid offense, particularly when Thomas creates in half-court sets. Rebounding has been a strength at 38.8 per game, and Jordan Battle has been solid on the glass.

Defensively, Old Dominion has struggled on the road, allowing 96 to George Washington and 87 at Miami (OH). Opponents have consistently attacked the paint, and the Monarchs’ turnover issues,averaging 13.5 per game, have created transition chances for opponents. For Old Dominion to hang around, it needs to commit fewer turnovers and avoid defensive mistakes. Check out all the sportsbook promos to see if you are getting a great deal on your bets on Old Dominion.

Xavier Analyzed

Tre Carroll leads Xavier, averaging 13.8 points per game, while Roddie Anderson III adds 13.5 and is solid at the other end on defense. Malik Messina-Moore has given the Musketeers strong scoring from deep, shooting 41.2%, helping stretch the floor in half-court sets. Xavier has been far more comfortable at home.

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Rebounding has been Xavier’s clear weakness so far, averaging just 29.8 boards per game. Opponents have created too many second-chance looks, and slow starts have put the Musketeers behind early in their losses. Still, the defense has generated 8 steals per game. Returning to the Cintas Center gives Xavier a distinct advantage against the visiting Monarchs. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Xavier with the Kickr promo code.

Old Dominion vs Xavier Prediction

Old Dominion brings better rebounding and two reliable scorers, but road performance has been a glaring issue. Xavier’s pressure defense and improved shot quality at home will carry the Musketeers to the win. Look for Old Dominion to hang around in the first half, but Xavier will extend its lead after the break. Final Score Prediction: Xavier Musketeers win and cover ATS, 86–66. Make sure when you place your bet on Old Dominion vs Xavier you are using the BetMGM bonus code.

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