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Big East Tournament: DePaul vs. Xavier odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s DePaul vs. Xavier odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The DePaul Blue Demons (10-22) battle the No. 15 Xavier Musketeers (23-8) Thursday in the Big East Tournament quarterfinals. Tip from Madison Square Garden is set for 7 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DePaul vs. Xavier odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

DePaul beat Seton Hall 66-65 Wednesday in the opening round of the tournament, covering as a 5-point underdog. The victory snapped a 12-game losing skid. The Blue Demons are just 3-7 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games and are 13-18-1 ATS this season including Wednesday’s victory.

Xavier beat Butler 78-66 at home on Saturday but failed to cover as a 13.5-point favorite in its final regular season game. It has now won 3 straight games and 6 of its last 10. The Musketeers are 5-5 ATS along that 10-game span and 17-13-1 ATS on the season.

Xavier and DePaul split the season series this season with DePaul winning 73-72 as a 9-point home underdog on Jan. 18 and Xavier winning 82-68 as a 13-point home favorite on Feb. 18.

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DePaul vs. Xavier odds

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Moneyline (ML): DePaul +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Xavier -800 (bet $800 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): DePaul +12.5 (-115) | Xavier -12.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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DePaul vs. Xavier picks and predictions

Prediction

Xavier 85, DePaul 73

Moneyline

PASS.

Xavier (-800) should win but it is never advised to risk 8 times your potential return on a moneyline wager.

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Against the spread

PASS.

Xavier is clearly the better team in this matchup but this is too big of a spread to back confidently despite that its offense ranks 10th in the nation with 82.1 points per game.

Both Xavier and DePaul are 2-1 ATS at neutral sites this season. DePaul is 2-4 ATS as an underdog of 10 or more points this season, while Xavier is 3-2 ATS as a favorite of 10 or more points.

However, this is a well-made line and I have no confidence on either side.

Over/Under

BET OVER 153.5 (-105).

The Over is 3-0 in the Musketeers’ last 3 games, 5-1 in their last 6 following an ATS loss and 10-2 in their last 12 neutral site games. The Over is also 4-1 in the Muskies’ last 5 games against a team with a winning percentage below .400 and they wrapped up the regular season 20-10-1 O/U.

In the Blue Demon’s last 3 games with a closing line of 153.5 or higher, the Over is 2-1 ATS.

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Big East Tournament: DePaul vs. Seton Hall odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s DePaul vs. Seton Hall Big East Tournament odds, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The DePaul Blue Demons (9-22, 3-17) and Seton Hall Pirates (17-14, 10-10) meet Wednesday in a 1st-round matchup in the Big East Tournament. Tip from Madison Square Garden in New York is at approximately 5:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DePaul vs. Seton Hall odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

DePaul ended the regular season on a 12-game losing streak, while failing to cover in 6 of the last 7 games and 10 of the 12. That includes a 69-64 loss at Seton Hall on Feb. 5, although it did grab a rare cover as a 10-point underdog as the Under cashed. In fact, the Blue Demons were 2-0 ATS with a pair of Under results with SHU this season.

Seton Hall snapped a 3-game skid with an 82-58 rout at Providence in the regular-season finale as an 8-point underdog to enter NYC with a little momentum. The Over cashed in the final 3 games for the Pirates, too.

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DePaul vs. Seton Hall odds

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Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread: DePaul +5.5 (-105) | Seton Hall -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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DePaul vs. Seton Hall picks and predictions

Prediction

Seton Hall 72, DePaul 63

Moneyline

The moneyline was OTB at the time of publishing. Seton Hall would likely be a little on the expensive side for a standalone bet, or a little too much risk for not enough reward.

AVOID, and focus on the spread instead.

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Against the spread

The play is on SETON HALL -5.5 (-115).

The Pirates were much better down the stretch. Heck, even though Seton Hall won just 4 of its final 9 games, it didn’t end on a 12-game skid. That’s what DePaul +5.5 (-105) did, fumbling its way to near the Big East basement.

While the Blue Demons did manage to cover in the 2 regular-season meetings with the Pirates, DePaul won’t be as fortunate here. It will be a pro-Pirates crowd, with throngs of fans coming over from Jersey City to spur Seton Hall to a win and cover in this 1st-round matchup.

Over/Under

UNDER 138.5 (-115) is a strong play in this opening-round battle.

The Under cashed in each of the regular-season matchups, and the total has gone low in 6 of the previous 7 head-to-head battles overall.

The Pirates have cashed the Over in 3 straight, so there is a little bit of risk here, but the Blue Demons were one of the worst defensive teams in the nation with 77.3 PPG allowed. However, we should still see this game come in just under the wire.

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DePaul at UConn odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s DePaul at UConn odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The DePaul Blue Demons (9-20, 3-15 Big East) visit the No. 18 UConn Huskies (22-7, 11-7) Tuesday in Hartford. Tip time at the XL Center is 7 p.m. ET (CBS Sports Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DePaul vs. UConn odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

DePaul has not won since Jan. 18. Since then the Blue Demons are 0-10 and 2-8 against the spread (ATS). DePaul was a +11 when it lost to UConn 90-76 on Jan. 31. The loss marked the Demon’s 15th in a row against Connecticut.

In a stretch opening with that Jan. 31 contest, the Huskies are 6-1 in their last 7 games. The 3rd-leading scoring team in the Big East (78.9 points per game) has scored 87-plus in 4 of those last 7.

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DePaul at UConn odds

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Moneyline: DePaul +1100 (bet $100 to win $1,100) | UConn -3500 (bet $3,500 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): DePaul +17.5 (-110) | UConn -17.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 147.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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DePaul at UConn picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 76, DePaul 62

Moneyline

DePaul is a slight lean against the number but not here: PASS.

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Against the spread

Recent comps for this match-up — on both sides — suggest DePaul is a slight value here. But beware a hot UConn team playing for bigger things beyond the Big East.

A PASS is suggested.

Over/Under

The Under is 4-2 across the last 6 series games. And in the Blue Demons’ last 12 games against winning teams, the Under has gone 8-3-1.

Connecticut’s pace has slowed over recent weeks; the team’s points per possession have gone up over this same stretch. The Huskies have also shot above 35% from 3-point range in 7 of their last 10 games. Expect some lower UConn scorer down the stretch and into the postseason.

BACK THE UNDER 147.5 (-105).

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DePaul at Villanova odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s DePaul at Villanova odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The DePaul Blue Demons (9-15, 3-10 Big East) and Villanova Wildcats (10-13, 4-8) meet Wednesday at Finneran Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DePaul vs. Villanova game odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Blue Demons have dropped 5 straight games, going 1-4 against the spread (ATS). However, this team has managed 3 conference wins, including over a ranked Xavier team on Jan. 18 at home, and a 75-65 victory against Villanova in the 1st meeting on Jan. 10 as a 6.5-point underdog.

The Wildcats are on a 3-game slide including a 66-61 near-miss at Creighton on Saturday as 9.5-point underdogs. That was a rare cover, as Villanova is just 2-6 ATS in the last 8 games.

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DePaul at Villanova odds

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Moneyline (ML): DePaul +325 (bet $100 to win $325) | Vanderbilt -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): DePaul +9.5 (-115) | Villanova -9.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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DePaul at Villanova picks and predictions

Prediction

Villanova 73, DePaul 67

Moneyline

PASS. Simply, Villanova is way too expensive.

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Against the spread

DEPAUL +9.5 (-115) is worth playing, as the Blue Demons look to keep it within single digits in this rematch.

While DePaul has failed to cover in 4 of the last 5 outings, it has a 10-point win over Villanova under its belt. The Blue Demons aren’t likely to get the win, but the Wildcats aren’t likely to win by double digits, either. Villanova enters 2-6 ATS in the last 8 games.

Over/Under

UNDER 141.5 (-115) is the lean in this rematch.

The Wildcats have cashed the Under in 4 in a row, while going 13-4 in the last 17 games following a cover and 5-2 in the last 7 after a straight-up loss.

The Under is 5-2-1 in the last 8 road games for the Blue Demons, while going 4-0 in the last 4 games after a cover, too.

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DePaul at Seton Hall odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s DePaul at Seton Hall odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The DePaul Blue Demons (9-14, 3-9 Big East) visit the Seton Hall Pirates (14-9, 7-5) Sunday. Tip-off from Prudential Center is set for 12 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DePaul vs. Seton Hall odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

DePaul is on a 4-game losing streak straight up and against the spread (ATS) that has dropped them to 2nd-to-last in the Big East. They lost 90-76 to UConn on Tuesday as 11-point underdogs.

Seton Hall has won 2 straight, including Wednesday’s 84-72 win vs. St. John’s as 2.5-point road favorites. The Pirates have won 4 of theirlast 5 and 7 of the last 9. During the last 9 games the Pirates are 6-3 ATS and the Under is 6-3. Seton Hall now sits in fifth in the Big East Conference.

Seton Hall won 71-67 at DePaul on Jan. 14, but failed to cover as 4.5-point road favorites while the Under 141.5 cashed.

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DePaul at Seton Hall odds

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Moneyline (ML): DePaul +450 (bet $100 to win $450) | Seton Hall -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): DePaul +11.5 (-110) | Seton Hall -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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DePaul at Seton Hall picks and predictions

Prediction

Seton Hall 68, DePaul 60

Moneyline

AVOID.

Seton Hall should be able to win this game pretty comfortably as they are obviously the better team. DePaul is also on a very cold streak and lost to Seton Hall already once on the season. The moneyline here is a bad bet because the risk is simply not worth the reward.

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Against the spread

LEAN DEPAUL +11.5 (-110).

These are 2 teams that are both terrible ATS. Seton Hall, despite being a solid team, tend to play down to their level of competition. They are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games vs. teams with a losing record and 3-13 ATS in the same span vs. teams with less than .400 road records.

DePaul is 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games overall and is 1-6 in their last 7 games vs. teams with a record of .600 or better. DePaul is only the safer bet here because the underdog is 4-0 ATS in the last 4 matchups and the road team is 6-2 ATS in the last 8 meetings.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 138.5 (-110).

For Seton Hall the Under is clearly the much safer bet. The Under is 6-1 in the Pirates’ last 7 overall. Seton Hall is also very consistent with the Under when playing against mediocre teams teams. The Under is 4-0 in their last 4 vs. teams with a losing record and 6-1 in their last 7 vs. a team with a road winning % of less than .400, per covers. com.

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UConn at DePaul odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s UConn at DePaul odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 23 UConn Huskies (16-6, 5-6 Big East) face off against the DePaul Blue Demons (9-13, 3-8) on Tuesday. Tip from Wintrust Arena is set for 8 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the UConn vs. DePaul odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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UConn fell to Xavier 82-79 on Wednesday, losing outright as a 6-point home favorite. UConn is 1-4 against the spread (ATS) in its last 5 games and 2-8 ATS in its last 10, slipping to 13-8-1 ATS on the season. The Huskies are 30th in the nation with 79.3 points per game.

DePaul got destroyed by Marquette 89-69 on Saturday, failing to cover as a 9.5-point home underdog. It has now failed to cover the spread in 3 straight games but is 5-4-1 ATS in its last 10 and 10-11-1 ATS on the season. The Blue Demons have had a lot of struggles on defense this season, allowing 75.5 points per game (315th).

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UConn at DePaul odds

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Moneyline (ML): UConn -600 (bet $600 to win $100) | DePaul +400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): UConn -10.5 (-110) | DePaul +10.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UConn at DePaul picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 84, DePaul 75

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on risking 6 times your potential return with the Huskies (-600), even though they should win comfortably.

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Against the spread

LEAN DEPAUL +10.5 (-110).

DePaul has played better at home this season than it has on the road. Likewise for UConn — the Huskies have played much worse on the road this season than they have at home. UConn has lost its last 4 road games outright.

The home team is 7-3 ATS in the last 10 meetings between these programs.

Over/Under

BET OVER 145.5 (-110).

The Huskies have a top-scoring offense and have a 14-8 O/U record to show for it. The Over has hit in 4 of their last 5 games and 7 of their last 10.

The Over has hit in back-to-back games for the Blue Demons and the Over is 4-1 in their last 5 games following a double-digit loss at home.

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Xavier at DePaul odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Xavier at DePaul odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 8 Xavier Musketeers (15-3, 7-0 Big East) take on the DePaul Blue Demons (8-10, 2-5) Wednesday. Tip from Wintrust Arena is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Xavier vs. DePaul odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Xavier took care of Marquette 80-76 Sunday, covering as a 3-point home favorite. Xavier has now covered the spread in 5 straight games and is 7-3 against the spread (ATS) in its last 10, improving to 11-6-1 ATS on the season. The Musketeers are one of the top offenses in the nation, ranking 11th in points per game (84.2), 3rd in field goal percentage (50.59%) and 5th in 3-point percentage (40.18%).

DePaul lost 71-67 to Seton Hall Saturday, but still covered as a 4.5-point home underdog. DePaul is 4-1-1 ATS in its last 6 and 5-4-1 ATS in its last 10 to improve to 9-8-1 ATS on the season. The Blue Demons have struggled on defense this year, ranking 274th in opponents’ field goal percentage (44.98%) and 287th in opponents’ 3-point field goal percentage (35.7%).

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Xavier at DePaul odds

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Moneyline (ML): Xavier -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | DePaul +300 (bet $100 to win $300)
Against the spread (ATS): Xavier -8.5 (-115) | DePaul +8.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 157.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Xavier at DePaul picks and predictions

Prediction

Xavier 89, DePaul 75

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on either team.

Against the spread

LEAN XAVIER -8.5 (-115).

Xavier has one of the top offenses in the nation and is squaring off against DePaul, who has one of the worst defenses in the nation. DePaul has been unable to defend the 3-pointer this season and that is one of the Musketeers’ strong suits.

Xavier has played great on the road this season, with a 4-0 straight-up record and a 4-0 ATS record.

The road team is 5-2 ATS in the last 7 matchups between these two.

Over/Under

BET OVER 157.5 (-105).

The Musketeers are 13-4-1 O/U this season and have scored 80 or more points in 8 of their last 10 games. The Over is 5-1 in their last 6 road games against a team with a winning home record, too.

Xavier’s defense has been their weak point this season, ranking 311th in opponents’ points per game (75.1) and DePaul’s defense ranks 306th in the same category, a perfect recipe for the OVER 157.5 (-105) play.

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Villanova at DePaul odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Villanova at DePaul odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Villanova Wildcats (8-8, 2-3 Big East) battle the DePaul Blue Demons (7-9, 1-4) Tuesday. Tip from Wintrust Arena is set for 9 p.m. ET (CBSSN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Villanova vs. DePaul odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

The Wildcats lost to the No. 11 Xavier Musketeers 88-80 Saturday as a 2-point home favorite. Villanova is just 6-10 against the spread (ATS) on the season, but has covered 3 of its last 5. The Wildcats’ strength is in getting to the line, ranking No. 1 in the country in free-throw percentage (85.7%).

DePaul pushed as an 8-point road underdog in a 78-70 loss to Butler on Jan. 4. The Blue Demons are 5-4-1 ATS in their last 10 games. They rank 8th in the country in free-throw shooting (78.9%). Their weakness is defense, sitting 327th in opponents’ points per game (75.6).

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Villanova at DePaul odds

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Moneyline (ML): Villanova -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | DePaul +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Villanova -6.5 (-110) | DePaul +6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 141.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Villanova at DePaul picks and predictions

Prediction

Villanova 74, DePaul 70

Moneyline

PASS.

Villanova is the better team, but at (-300), it is not worth a play on the moneyline.

Against the spread

LEAN DEPAUL +6.5 (-110).

The Blue Demons are 5-2 at home while Villanova is 2-3 on the road and coming off a home loss. DePaul is 2-1-1 ATS in its last 4 games.

DePaul ranks 140th in 3-point FG percentage (34.9%) which is more than Nova can say. The Wildcats also struggle to defend the 3, ranking 251st in opponents’ 3-point FG percentage (34.6%).

Considering the Blue Demons are at home and should get open looks and potentially advantageous calls, back DEPAUL +6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 141.5 (-105).

If there’s 1 thing both teams have been good at it is hitting the projected Over. Villanova is 9-7 O/U this season while DePaul is 8-7-1 O/U. The Wildcats scored 80 on Xavier in their last game. They have 5-5 O/U in their last 10.

DePaul is 2-1-1 O/U in its last 4, all against conference opponents. It also allowed 75.6 PPG, so the Wildcats should be able to score with ease.

Considering the season-long trends, back the OVER 141.5 (-105).

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Georgetown at DePaul odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Georgetown at DePaul odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Georgetown Hoyas (5-8, 0-2 Big East) and the DePaul Blue Demons (6-7, 0-2) meet Thursday at Wintrust Arena in Chicago. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FOX Sports 2). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Georgetown vs. DePaul odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Hoyas have dropped 3 straight outings, including an 84-73 loss at UConn last time out on Dec. 20 in which they covered as 21.5-point underdogs. Georgetown has allowed 83 or more points in 3 in a row, cashing the Over in each outing.

The Blue Demons are also on a 3-game slide, covering last time out at most shops in an 80-65 loss at Creighton. DePaul’s defense has struggled mightily, allowing 75.5 PPG, while yielding a 44.7% field-goal percentage and 34.4% 3-point percentage.

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Georgetown at DePaul odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:33 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Georgetown +4.5 (-120) | DePaul -4.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Georgetown at DePaul picks and predictions

Prediction

DePaul 77, Georgetown 72

Moneyline

Not available at the time of publishing.

Against the spread

DEPAUL -4.5 (+100) is worth playing in this potentially close game between 2 teams in the basement of the Big East Conference at 0-2.

The lean is to the Blue Demons, as they’re 7-2 ATS in the last 9 games against losing teams. In addition, the favorite has covered each of the last 7 in this series, with the home team going 5-2 ATS in the previous 7 meetings.

Over/Under

UNDER 153.5 (-110) is the lean, but tread lightly.

The Over is 5-1 in the last 6 games for Georgetown, although the Under is 8-2 in the last 10 games for the Hoyas against teams with a losing overall mark.

The Over is also 18-6 in the last 24 home games for DePaul, but the Under is 3-1-1 in the previous 5 games overall.

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DePaul at Creighton odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s DePaul at Creighton odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The DePaul Blue Demons (6-6, 0-1 Big East) are in Omaha on Christmas Day to take on the Creighton Bluejays (7-6, 1-1). Tip Sunday is at 4:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the DePaul at Creighton odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

After beating No. 10 Arkansas 90-87 in Maui on Nov. 22, Creighton went winless in its next 6 games, with 2 of those losses against top-10 teams in Arizona and Texas. The losing streak ended Thursday when the Bluejays (-8.5) beat Butler 78-56 to even their Big East record.

DePaul has been a cellar dweller in the Big East in recent years. The Blue Demons have fallen on tough times, as shown by being 15.5-point underdogs in this game despite only being a half-game behind Creighton in the record column. DePaul (+8.5) was crushed 83-45 by Northwestern on Saturday..

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DePaul at Creighton odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:06 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): DePaul +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Creighton -1400 (bet $1,400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): DePaul +15.5 (-110) | Creighton -15.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

DePaul at Creighton picks and predictions

Prediction

Creighton 78, DePaul 60

Moneyline

PASS.

With Creighton being the better team and favored by so much on Christmas, -1400 is not a gift. It is a reason not to bet the moneyline. It is too high and there is no reason to make a play on this number.

Against the spread

BET CREIGHTON -15.5 (-110).

Creighton can score when it hits its 3-point shots. Being at home, the Bluejay will feel more comfortable shooting, and this will lead to those shots going in more often than they have in recent games. DePaul will be forced to keep up, but will be unable. This will lead to lots of missed shots and numerous more opportunities for Creighton. A blowout could be on the horizon in Omaha. I am willing to gamble it will happen. Give me Creighton -15.5 (-110) as my favorite play.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 145.5 (-105).

Like I said, Creighton will hit its 3s on Sunday, but DePaul will struggle to score. This is the only reason I do not see this game automatically hitting the Over.

Creighton will get to 80, but it won’t be enough to get this game Over the 145.5. I think DePaul will struggle and this is what I am counting on with this wager. I will take the total Under 145.5 (-105).

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