VMI Keydets vs. The Citadel Bulldogs: How to watch NCAA Basketball online, TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch VMI vs. The Citadel basketball game

By Scout Staff

Jan 20, 2024 at 2:01 pm ET • 2 min read

Halftime Report

Fortunes may be turning around for VMI after losing five in a row. They have jumped out to a quick 35-29 lead against The Citadel. VMI took a big hit to their ego last Wednesday, so a win here would be a pleasant pick-me-up.

If VMI keeps playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 4-15 in no time. On the other hand, The Citadel will have to make due with an 8-11 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

Who's Playing

The Citadel Bulldogs @ VMI Keydets

Current Records: The Citadel 8-10, VMI 3-15

How To Watch

When: Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 1 p.m. ET
Where: Cameron Hall -- Lexington, Virginia
Follow: CBS Sports App
Online Streaming: Catch select College Basketball matches on Fubo (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)

What to Know

VMI will be in front of their home fans on Saturday, but a look at the spread shows they might need that home-court advantage. The VMI Keydets and The Citadel Bulldogs will face off in a Southern battle at 1:00 p.m. ET at Cameron Hall. Both teams have had a bumpy ride up to this point with five consecutive losses apiece.

We saw a pretty high 166.5-over/under line set for VMI's previous matchup, but the actual score was more down to earth. They took a serious blow against the Paladins on Wednesday, falling 100-60. VMI has struggled against Furman recently, as their match on Wednesday was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.

Meanwhile, the Bulldogs couldn't handle the Spartans on Wednesday and fell 73-67.

The Keydets have traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost ten of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-15 record this season. As for the Bulldogs, their loss dropped their record down to 8-10.

This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: VMI have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 39.2 rebounds per game. However, it's not like The Citadel struggles in that department as they've been averaging 36.7 rebounds per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.

VMI beat The Citadel 75-69 when the teams last played back in February of 2023. Does VMI have another victory up their sleeve, or will The Citadel turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.