Villanova vs. Providence Prediction
Big East rivals will meet in Providence, RI on Saturday afternoon when No. 24 Providence hosts Villanova at 3:30 p.m. ET on FOX.
Given the way these two teams play defense, is the under the smart play today?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
703 Villanova Wildcats (+3.5) at 704 Providence Friars (-3.5); o/u 137.5
4:30 p.m. ET, Saturday, February 18, 2023
Amica Mutual Pavilion, Providence, RI
Villanova vs. Providence Public Betting Information
Our CBB Public Betting Information page indicates that 70% of public bettors are currently backing Kentucky when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Villanova Wildcats DFS Spin
Nnanna Njoku (foot) has no return timetable, and he is questionable to return this season, Tommy Godin of Road to the Garden reports. Njoku hasn’t appeared since Dec. 10, and there have been no updates on his return. Head coach Kyle Neptune was asked if he expects Njoku to return this season, to which he responded, “we’ll see”. The 6-foot-9 sophomore appeared in four games this season, logging 0.5 rebounds on 2.3 minutes per game.
Providence Friars DFS Spin
Jared Bynum produced nine points (2-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and 10 assists in 35 minutes during Saturday’s 73-68 loss to St. John’s. Bynum missed four games in January with an abdominal injury, and coach Ed Cooley has been conservative with his usage since his return. Saturday marked his first start since Jan. 4, and while the senior had a rough shooting day, he did record a season-high 10 assists. Bynum leads the Friars with 4.6 assists per contest, which currently represents the strongest mark of his four-year collegiate career.
Villanova vs. Providence CBB Betting Trends
Friars are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games after scoring more than 90 points in their previous game
Friars are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of less than .400
Friars are 14-4 ATS in their last 18 games overall
Friars are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 home games
Villanova vs. Providence CBB Prediction:
The under is 4-0 in the Wildcats’ last four games coming off a win, is 4-0 in their last four games when facing an opponent with a winning percentage above .600 and is 6-1 in their last seven games overall. The under is also 5-1 in Villanova’s last six road games and is 4-1 in Providence’s last five games coming off a win.
CBB BETTING PREDICTION: VILLANOVA/PROVIDENCE UNDER 137.5
