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St. John’s at Providence odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s St. John’s at Providence odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The St. John’s Red Storm (9-2, 1-0 Big East) face the Providence Friars (7-5, 1-0) Friday. Tip-off from Amica Mutual Pavilion is set for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the St. John’s vs. Providence odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

St. John’s extended their winning streak to 4 games with an 89-61 victory over the DePaul Blue Demons on Tuesday. They covered as 11.5-point home favorites as the Under 151 hit. The defense was sharp, forcing 20 turnovers. Senior G Kadary Richmond stuffed the stat sheet with 18 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, and a steal.

Providence lost to the St. Bonaventure Bonnies 74-70 on Saturday, failing to cover as 3-point home favorites as the Over 127.5 hit. The Friars struggled in the paint, getting outscored 38-18. Guard Jayden Pierre contributed across the board with 12 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, and a steal.

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St. John’s at Providence odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): St. John’s -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Providence +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
  • Against the spread (ATS): St. John’s -6.5 (-105) | Providence +6.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 143.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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St. John’s at Providence picks and predictions

Prediction

St. John’s 77, Providence 63

Moneyline

PASS.

St. John’s (-275) will win this game on Friday night, but is too costly so I’ll take my wager to the spread.

Against the spread

BET ST. JOHN’S -6.5 (-105).

Rick Pitino has the Red Storm clicking on both ends of the court. St. John’s is 8-3 against the spread (ATS) this season and has won 14 of their last 15 games against non-ranked opponents.

While Providence allows just 64.6 points per game (PPG), they gave up 74 points in their last outing and now face a high-powered St. John’s offense averaging 84.8 PPG, ranking 28th in the nation. The Red Storm has scored 88+ points in 3 straight games and is 11th in KenPom’s ratings, thanks to their balanced attack. Defensively, they’re holding opponents to 67.5 PPG.

The Friars face an uphill battle, especially if F Bryce Hopkins (19 PPG) is sidelined. Providence is 2-4 ATS in their last 6 games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 143.5 (-110).

St. John’s can score in bunches, but it also excels in gritty, defensive battles. They’re holding opponents to under 68 points per game and dominate the glass with 14.7 offensive rebounds per contest.

Providence has struggled offensively without Hopkins, averaging just 70.5 PPG (292nd nationally). Their free-throw struggles—67.8% on 19.4 attempts per game—haven’t helped either. The Friars have also hit the Under in 2 of their last 3 games.

This has all the makings of a tough, physical Big East showdown where every point will count.

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Providence at DePaul odds, picks and predictions

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

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The DePaul Blue Demons (7-1) welcome the Providence Friars (6-4) to Wintrust Arena Tuesday. Tip-off in their Big East Conference opener is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Providence vs. DePaul odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

DePaul lost to the Texas Tech Red Raiders 76-62 on the road Wednesday, closing as a 13.5-point underdog. That was its first loss of the season, its first time as an underdog, and its first road game. The Blue Demons had scored 78 points or more in every game leading up to that. They are led by G Jacob Meyer at 14.6 points per game (PPG). DePaul is 5-3 against the spread (ATS).

Providence, which played in the Battle 4 Atlantis earlier this season and lost to the Indiana Hoosiers 89-73 on Nov. 29, are coming off a 69-63 road loss to the Rhode Island Rams Saturday. The Friars have lost 4 of their last 5 games and dropped all 3 Battle 4 Atlantis games. They are 4-6 ATS; 0-1 ATS on the road.

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Providence at DePaul odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Providence +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | DePaul -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Providence +2.5 (-110) | DePaul -2.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 138.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Providence at DePaul picks and predictions

Prediction

DePaul 73, Providence 68

Moneyline

PASS.

Considering the size of the spread and the fact that neither team has had a game finish within a single point this season, look there for value.

Against the spread

BET DEPAUL -2.5 (-110).

The Blue Demons have played well and covered often at home. They are 7-0 at home straight up and 5-2 ATS, scoring at least 84 points in all but 2 of those games.

While Providence is certainly the more tested side with games against the BYU, Indiana, and the Oklahoma Sooners, it is 1-4 over its last 5 outings and 1-3 ATS away from home. The Friars have just 1 of their top 3 scorers shooting better than 43% from the field.

Take DEPAUL -2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 138.5 (-115).

The Friars are 3-2 O/U in their last 5 games. Providence has scored at least 73 points in all 3 games against Power 4 opponents and are 3-0 O/U in those.

DePaul is 5-3 O/U overall and 5-2 O/U at home. It has allowed at least 58 points against far weaker opponents in every home game this season while scoring at least 78 points in those 7.

Take OVER 138.5 (-115).

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Indiana vs. Providence odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Indiana vs. Providence odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The No. 15 Indiana Hoosiers (4-2) and the Providence Friars (5-2) meet Friday in the Battle 4 Atlantis 7th-place game. Tip-off at Imperial Arena in Nassau, Bahamas, is at 11 a.m. ET (ESPN2). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s college basketball odds around the Indiana vs. Providence odds, and make our expert college basketball picks and predictions.

Indiana has had a difficult time in the islands, losing to the Louisville Cardinals and Gonzaga Bulldogs, both by at least 16 points. The Hoosiers have averaged 67.0 points per game in the 2 losses while allowing 89.0 PPG. Indiana is 0-3 against the spread (ATS) in the past 3 games, and the Under is 4-2 in 6 games.

Providence has also lost its first 2 games in the Bahamas, falling 79-77 against the Oklahoma Sooners in the opener Wednesday, and 69-58 against Davidson Wildcats  Thursday. The Friars are 1-1 ATS in the 2 games, while the Under is 6-1 in 7 games this season.

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Indiana vs. Providence odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Indiana -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Providence +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Indiana -4.5 (-110) | Providence +4.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 140.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Indiana vs. Providence picks and predictions

Prediction

Indiana 69, Providence 67

Moneyline

Indiana (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward. The Hoosiers have been playing terribly in the islands, so it will take a big turnaround to get the job done. But, this team headed south with big expectations and a ranking, so it’s certainly capable of getting a win.

PASS.

Against the spread

Back PROVIDENCE +4.5 (-110) catching the points. While Indiana -4.5 (-110) should be able to get the job done straight up, the Friars have a very good defense to keep this game super close. A one-possession game would not be surprising in the least.

Over/Under

UNDER 140.5 (-110) is a strong play in the islands, as these 2 teams look to salvage something from this Thanksgiving week trip other than a suntan.

The Friars have cashed the Under in 6 of 7 games to date, including last time out against Davidson Wednesday. The Friars have held 6 teams to 69 or fewer points through 7 outings.

For the Hoosiers, the Under has cashed in 4 of 6 games, and Indiana’s offense has struggled in 2 games at Imperial Arena with just 67.0 PPG.

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Big East Tournament: Providence vs. Marquette odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Providence vs. Marquette odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Providence Friars (21-12) take on the No. 10 Marquette Golden Eagles (24-8) Friday. Tip-off from Madison Square Garden is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Providence vs. Marquette odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

The Friars advanced to the semifinal round of the Big East Tournament by upsetting No. 8 Creighton 78-73 Thursday night. G Devin Carter recorded a double-double with 22 points, including 9-of-9 from the free-throw line, and 11 rebounds. The junior leads the conference in points per game (19.5) and was recently named Big East Player of the Year.

The Golden Eagles needed overtime to defeat Villanova 78-73 at MSG Thursday, covering as 4-point favorites. G Kam Jones paced Marquette with 18 points. G Tyler Kolek, who leads the nation in assists averaging 7.6 per game, missed Marquette’s tournament opener, as he continues to recover from an oblique injury.

This is the 3rd meeting between these schools this season. Providence was victorious 72-57 at home Dec. 19, cashing outright as a 4-point underdog. The Golden Eagles exacted revenge with a cover as 11.5-point favorites in a 91-69 win at home Feb. 28, although this was the game where Kolek sustained his injury.

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Providence vs. Marquette odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Providence +164 (bet $100 to win $164) | Marquette -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Providence +4.5 (-110) | Marquette -4.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 139.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Providence vs. Marquette picks and predictions

Prediction

Marquette 78, Providence 74

Moneyline

BET MARQUETTE (-200) IN A ML PARLAY.

Golden Eagles coach Shaka Smart has big game experience, plus he certainly has a skillset for drawing up inbounds plays — even if they don’t count. Pairing MARQUETTE (-200) with ARIZONA (-670) vs. Oregon in a 2-leg moneyline parlay at -138 is much more feasible than laying 2 dollars in a solo bet.

Against the spread

BET PROVIDENCE +4.5 (-110).

Providence coach Kim English petitioned for his team to be in consideration for the NCAA Tournament after the Creighton win, asserting that it did not have a bad loss.

While it did fall to Marquette by 22 in the last meeting, the Friars’ worst Big East loss was against Xavier more than 2 months ago, and their only out-of-conference defeats came against No. 19 Oklahoma and Kansas State before the New Year.

This team has grown up and competed against big-time opponents since then, so expect Providence to hang tough until the final minute or so.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 139.5 (-110).

An 11-5 turnover advantage was 1 of the big reasons Marquette was able to outlast Villanova in the quarterfinals. Only Depaul (13.6) and Seton Hall (12.8) averaged more turnovers per game than Providence (12.2), so expect the Golden Eagles to be able to get a good number of points in transition. Plus, 3 of the last 4 meetings dating back to Dec. 2022 have gone over the total.

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UConn at Providence odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Providence Friars (19-11, 10-9 Big East) welcome the No. 2 UConn Huskies (27-3, 17-2) to Amica Mutual Pavilion Saturday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the UConn vs. Providence odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

UConn is No. 2 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll. The Huskies beat the No. 9 Marquette Golden Eagles 74-67 Wednesday, covering as 5-point road favorites. UConn has won 3 straight games and has lost just once since Dec. 20, 2023. The Huskies have covered in 6 of their last 7 games and are 19-11 against the spread (ATS) on the season.

Providence beat the Georgetown Hoyas 71-58 Tuesday, covering as an 8-point road favorite. The Friars have covered in just 2 of their last 3 games and have won 4 of their last 6. They are 17-12-1 ATS on the season. Providence is led by G Devin Carter, who is averaging 19.2 points per game.

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UConn at Providence odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): UConn -520 (bet $520 to win $100) | Providence +385 (bet $100 to win $385)
  • Against the spread (ATS): UConn -9.5 (-114) | Providence +9.5 (-106)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 139.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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UConn at Providence picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 74, Providence 68

Moneyline

PASS.

UConn (-520) has just 1 loss to an unranked team, and there’s not much reason to think it’ll make that 2 on Saturday. However, at -520, avoid betting on the favored road team.

Against the spread

BET PROVIDENCE +9.5 (-106).

The Huskies are coming off a high-energy road win over Marquette in which they barely covered. They are 2-2 ATS in their last 4 road games as single-digit favorites.

The Friars have covered in 5 of their last 8 games and took down the No. 10 Creighton Bluejays at home Feb. 7 — so they can compete on their home court. Providence is 2-1 ATS in its last 3 home games when closing as an underdog or a single-digit favorite.

Back PROVIDENCE +9.5 (-106).

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Over/Under

LEAN OVER 139.5 (-110).

UConn has gone Over in 4 of its last 7 games and has tallied at least 74 points in 3 straight and at least 78 in 3 of its last 5. The Huskies have the nation’s 3rd-best offense, per KenPom.

Providence has gone Over in 2 of its last 5 but has scored at least 70 in 6 of its last 8 games. The Friars have 3 players averaging 15 or more points per game, so they have the firepower to help keep pace with UConn.

Back OVER 139.5 (-110).

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March Madness: Providence vs. Kentucky odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Providence vs. Kentucky odds and lines, with expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

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The 11th-seeded Providence Friars (21-11) take on the 6-seed Kentucky Wildcats (21-11) in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Greensboro, N.C., Friday at 7:10 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Providence vs. Kentucky odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.

Providence is led by Kentucky transfer F Bryce Hopkins, who averages 16.1 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game. Hopkins has lifted a Friars team which lost 3 of its top 5 scorers off last season’s team.

Kentucky finished 4th in SEC this season behind Oscar Tshiebwe, who  patrols the center for the Wildcats and averaged 16.5 points and 13.1 rebounds per game.

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Providence vs. Kentucky odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Providence +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Kentucky -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Providence +3.5 (-105) | Kentucky -3.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 145.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Providence vs. Kentucky picks and predictions

Prediction

Kentucky 70, Providence 64

Moneyline

PASS.

Providence has played some good basketball this season, but its talent level is not up to that of Kentucky’s. Even a disappointing Kentucky.

Reigning player of the year Tshiebwe still controls the middle of the floor for Kentucky and Providence will have no one with the ability to shut him down.

If the Friars can score, this game could be close. But Kentucky is the better team and wagering anyone -180 is not worth the risk straight up. Although it might make a fine addition to a parlay.

Against the spread

KENTUCKY -3.5 (-115).

Hopkins has been key to the Providence rejuvenation this season. But the former Kentucky player will find difficult times going against his former team. With Kentucky’s ability to shut him down, Providence will not have other stars to count on and this will limit the production it can manage.

Tshiebwe will dominate and allow Kentucky to get out on fast breaks with his rebounding on the defensive boards. The 3.5 points is not enough and I do not see this being a potential upset. Kentucky -3.5 is the way to go.

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Over/Under

UNDER 145.5 (-105).

With Kentucky’s ability to control the paint and the rebounding, Providence will find 2nd-chance points difficult. This will limit the amount of offense it is able to put up and also limit the amount Kentucky, which has struggled a bit, will also need to put up to win.

While one of these teams could get to 70, I do not see both getting there and this game should comfortably go Under the 144.5 total.

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Big East Tournament: Providence vs. UConn odds, picks and predictions

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

The Providence Friars (21-10) battle the No. 14 UConn Huskies (24-7) on Thursday in the quarterfinal round of the Big East Tournament. Tip from Madison Square Garden is set for 2:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Providence vs. UConn odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Providence, seeded 5th in the tournament, was trampled in its final regular-season game 82-58 by Seton Hall on Saturday while failing to cover as 8-point favorites . It has lost back-to-back games both outright and against the spread (ATS). The Friars are 5-5 ATS in their last 10 games and are 18-13 ATS this season.

UConn, the No. 4 seed, beat Villanova 71-59 on the road on Saturday to cover as 2.5-point favorite. It has won 5 games in a row and covered in its last 4. The Huskies are 8-2 outright in their last 10 games and 7-3 ATS to improve to 20-10-1 ATS this season.

The teams split during the regular season, each winning on its home court. Providence won 73-61 as a 5.5-point underdog on Jan. 4 as the 141.5 Under hit, while UConn won 87-69 as a 7.5-point favorite on Feb. 22 while the 142.5 Over cashed.

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Providence vs. UConn odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Providence +245 (bet $100 to win $245) | UConn -330 (bet $330 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Providence +7.5 (-115) | UConn -7.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 144.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Providence vs. UConn picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 79, Providence 71

Moneyline

PASS.

Simply no point in risking more than 3 times your money on UConn.

Against the spread

LEAN UCONN -7.5 (-105).

The Huskies have been on a hot streak recently winning 8 of their last 10 and covering the spread in 7 of their last 10. They are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games, 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games following an outright victory, and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games against a team with a winning outright record. The Huskies are also 5-0 ATS this season while playing as 7.5-9.5-point favorites.

Providence is just 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games against a team with a winning outright record and 1-3 ATS in its last 4 games. It is also 0-2 ATS this season while playing as 7.5-9.5-point underdogs.

On neutral floors this season, Providence is 1-2 ATS while UConn is 3-0 ATS.

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Over/Under

BET OVER 144.5 (-115).

In order for the Friars to stay in this game, their offense will have to score consistently. Ranked 36th in the nation for points per game (78.5), they have the capabilities to do that. The Over is 6-0 in the Friars’ last 6 games and 6-0 in their last 6 games against a team with a winning percentage above .600.

For the Huskies, the Over is 5-1 in their last 6 games against a team with a winning percentage above .600. Their offense is also their strength, ranking 29th in the nation in points per game (79).

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Xavier at Providence odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 17 Xavier Musketeers (21-8, 13-5 Big East) take on the No. 20 Providence Friars (21-8, 13-5) Wednesday at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Tip-off is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Xavier vs. Providence odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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The Musketeers defeated Seton Hall 82-60 as 1.5-point road favorites on Friday. Xavier has recorded a 6-4 record in the last 10 games.

The Friars covered as 6.5-point favorites in Sunday’s 88-68 victory on the road. Providence has won 7 of its last 10 contests.

This will be the 2nd meeting between Xavier and Providence this season. The Musketeers escaped with an 85-83 overtime win despite the Friars covering the 4-point spread and the Over connected.

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Xavier at Providence odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Xavier +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Providence -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Xavier +3.5 (-115) | Providence -3.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 153.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Xavier at Providence picks and predictions

Prediction

Providence 82, Xavier 77

Moneyline

AVOID.

This is expected to be a close Big East contest and unless you can get Providence at -150 odds or better, I wouldn’t advise taking the moneyline in this game.

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Against the spread

PROVIDENCE -3.5 (-105) is the lean in this matchup with the Friars being  perfect at home (15-0). The Musketeers are also expected to be without their 2nd-leading scorer in F Zach Freemantle.

The Friars are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 home games and 16-5 ATS in their last 21 games overall.

Over/Under

With how electric these offenses are, OVER 153.5 (-115) is the pick despite it being such a high number. Xavier and Providence average a combined 160.7 points per game and both teams convert 35-plus percent of their 3-point shots.

The Musketeers are 4-1 to the Over in their last 5 games against a team with a winning record. The Friars have gone Over in each of their last 4 games overall.

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Providence at Georgetown odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 18 Providence Friars (20-8, 12-5 Big East) visit the Georgetown Hoyas (7-22, 2-16) on Sunday. Tip from Capital One Arena is at 12:30 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Providence vs. Georgetown odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

Rankings courtesy of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll.

Providence fell 87-69 to UConn on Wednesday failing to cover as 7.5-point road underdogs. The loss snapped a 2-game win streak both outright and against the spread (ATS). In their last 10 games, the Friars are 6-4 both outright and ATS to improve to 17-11 ATS on the season.

Georgetown lost 79-70 to St John’s on Wednesday, failing to cover as 2-point home underdogs. It is just 2-8 in its last 10 games, but 8-2 ATS in that same span. The Hoyas are 14-14 ATS this season despite their 7-22 record.

Providence beat Georgetown 74-62 while failing to cover as 13-point home favorites in their 1st matchup on Feb. 8.

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Providence at Georgetown odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Providence -310 (bet $310 to win $100) | Georgetown +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Providence -7.5 (-105) | Georgetown +7.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 149.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Providence at Georgetown picks and predictions

Prediction

Providence 84, Georgetown 69

Moneyline

PASS.

The moneyline presents no value for Providence in this matchup.

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Against the spread

BET PROVIDENCE -7.5 (-105).

The Friars are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a ATS loss and 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against a team with a losing outright record. They are also 6-4 ATS on the road this season.

Providence ranks 36th in the nation averaging 78.5 points per game while Georgetown’s defense ranks 333rd allowing 77 PPG.

While Georgetown has been on a ATS hot streak recently, it is just 5-10 ATS at home this season.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 149.5 (-105).

The Over is 3-0 in the Friars’ last 3 games, 4-1 in their last 5 road games against a team with a home winning percentage less than .400, and 6-4 in their 10 road games this season.

Expect a big offensive performance for Providence to help the Over hit in this game.

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Providence at UConn odds, picks and predictions

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

The No. 18 Providence Friars (20-7, 12-4 Big East) battle the No. 23 UConn Huskies (20-7, 9-7) on Wednesday with tip from Gampel Pavilion set for 6:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Providence vs. UConn odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.

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Providence took down Villanova 85-72 on Saturday to cover as 3.5-point home favorites. It has won back-to-back games and is 6-2 in its last 8 games. The Friars are 7-3 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games to improve to 17-10 ATS on the season.

UConn beat Seton Hall 64-55 at home on Saturday, but failed to cover as 11.5-point favorites. It is 5-2 in its last 7 games and 4-3 ATS in that span. The Huskies are 16-10-1 ATS this season.

Providence beat UConn 73-61 to cover as 5.5-point home underdogs when they met Jan. 4.

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Providence at UConn odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Providence +255 (bet $100 to win $255) | UConn -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Providence +7.5 (-110) | UConn -7.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 143.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Providence at UConn picks and predictions

Prediction

UConn 77, Providence 74

Moneyline

PASS.,

The moneyline odds on UConn do not present enough return on investment to make a play worth it.

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Against the spread

BET PROVIDENCE +7.5 (-110).

The Friars have been ATS moneymakers going 15-4 ATS in their last 19 games overall, 7-2 ATS in their last 9 road games, and 16-5 ATS in their last 21 games following a ATS win.

The Huskies are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 Wednesday games and are 2-3 ATS in their last 5 home games.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 143.5 (-105).

The Over is 4-0 in Providence’s last 4 games against a team with a winning percentage above .600. For UConn, the Over is 4-1 in its last 5 games following a ATS loss, 4-1 in its last 5 games against a team with a winning percentage above .600 and 6-2 in its last 8 games following an outright win.

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