Richmond’s college basketball team did bettors a huge favor with a last-second basket on Monday night.
Right before time expired in the team’s game against Syracuse, Richmond’s Jason Nelson got off a three that swooshed through the hoop. It wasn’t enough to get the Spiders a win as the Orange took the Vivid Seats Empire Classic semifinals game, 74-71.
However, it was enough for Richmond to cover the spread. Syracuse was favored at -4, which got them a point away from swinging the spread in their favor.
Richmond’s last-second bucket got those who bet on the Spiders to cover a nice little payout that didn’t seem possible until Nelson’s shot fell down in Richmond’s favor.
RICHMOND (+4.0) COVERS AT THE BUZZER to lose 74-71 to Syracuse. pic.twitter.com/qIUPHDmf0X
— Mr Matthew CFB (@MrMatthewCFB) November 22, 2022
Well, even if the basket didn’t do much for Richmond besides pad the stat sheet, it did give those who needed the Spiders to cover a happy Monday night.
As for those who needed Syracuse to get the cover, well, there’s always next time.
