Louisville Cardinals vs Virginia Cavaliers predictions, Jan 13, 2026

Jan 13, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Tuesday,

Louisville

Virginia Cavaliers

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Louisville Cardinals will face off against the Virginia Cavaliers on January 13th. The Cardinals, who have won 3 of their last 5 matches, will have the home-court advantage as they look to secure a victory against the Cavaliers, who have been in strong form with 4 wins in their last 5 games.

The bookmakers currently favor the Louisville Cardinals with odds of 1.54 for a home win, compared to 2.4 for an away win by Virginia. Our model predicts a 59.7% chance of a home win, leaving a 40.3% probability for an away victory. Based on these odds, the predicted final score is 78:74 in favor of the Louisville Cardinals.

Both teams have shown tactical strengths in recent matches, with the Cardinals showcasing impressive defense and the Cavaliers displaying strong offensive capabilities. It is expected to be a closely contested game with both sides having the potential to come out on top. This matchup promises to be an exciting battle between two competitive teams.

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Louisville
60.1%		 Virginia
39.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 78:74

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Louisville: 2.14%

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.55 2.33
MarathonBet 1.51 2.5
WilliamHill 1.57 2.4
Pinnacle 1.6 2.12
Best for US Customers 1.58 2.45

Latest Results

10.01.26 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Boston College Eagles basketball – 75:62
06.01.26 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Duke Blue Devils basketball – 73:84
02.01.26 Stanford Cardinal basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 80:76
30.12.25 California Golden Bears basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 70:90
20.12.25 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Montana Grizzlies basketball – 94:54		 10.01.26 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – Stanford Cardinal basketball – 70:55
07.01.26 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – California Golden Bears basketball – 84:60
03.01.26 North Carolina State Wolfpack basketball – Virginia Cavaliers basketball – 61:76
31.12.25 Virginia Tech Hokies basketball – Virginia Cavaliers basketball – 95:85 OT
22.12.25 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – American University Eagles basketball – 95:51

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Louisville won 2.
  • Louisville has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Virginia is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Louisville could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Louisville won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 16 matches, and goals 1191:1326. (average 59.6:66.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Louisville won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 561:591. (average 62.3:65.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.01.25 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Virginia Cavaliers basketball – 81:67
    04.01.25 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 50:70
    27.01.24 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Virginia Cavaliers basketball – 52:69
    03.01.24 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 77:53
    04.03.23 Virginia Cavaliers basketball – Louisville Cardinals basketball – 75:60

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.55%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.75 (12.65%)

    3. Iowa State: 11 (6.61%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (6.61%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (6.06%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.59%)

    7. Houston Cougars: 15 (4.85%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.55%)

    9. Vanderbilt Commodores: 23 (3.16%)

    10. Florida Gators: 26 (2.8%)

    11. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.8%)

    12. Texas Tech: 31 (2.35%)

    13. Brigham Young: 31 (2.35%)

    14. Louisville: 34 (2.14%)

    15. Michigan State: 41 (1.77%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.77%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 46 (1.58%)

    18. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.43%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.43%)

    20. North Carolina: 51 (1.43%)

    21. Tennessee Volunteers: 61 (1.19%)

    22. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.72%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.58%)

    26. TCU: 151 (0.48%)

    27. Baylor Bears: 151 (0.48%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.48%)

    29. UCLA: 151 (0.48%)

    30. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Auburn Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    35. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    36. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    37. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    38. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    41. Oklahoma State: 251 (0.29%)

    42. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    43. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

    44. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    45. Creighton: 501 (0.15%)

    46. Texas Longhorns: 501 (0.15%)

    47. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.15%)

    48. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.15%)

    49. Texas A&M: 501 (0.15%)

    50. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.15%)

    51. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    52. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Wake Forest: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    55. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    57. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    58. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    60. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Boise State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    81. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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