Villanova Wildcats vs. Creighton Bluejays Betting Prediction 01/07/20

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It figures to be a high-scoring affair as the 16th-ranked Villanova Wildcats (10-3, 1-1 Big East) visit Creighton to play the Bluejays (12-3, 1-1 Big East). The game starts at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 7, 2020.

Villanova Wildcats vs. Creighton Bluejays ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last contest. The Bluejays fell to the 11th-ranked Butler Bulldogs, 71-57, while the Wildcats were defeated by the Marquette Golden Eagles, 71-60.

Villanova held Marquette to an offensive rebounding percentage of 19.4 (below their season average of 29.3) while Creighton had a better free throw rate (0.204 vs. 0.148). Ty-Shon Alexander played a pivotal role for Creighton with 11 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, Justin Moore had a solid performance for Villanova, finishing with 14 points and six rebounds.

The Wildcats dominated this series last year, taking both games. In the last game, Villanova won 66-59. Villanova’s 0.250 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Creighton, who had a rate of 0.113. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.

It might turn into a high-scoring affair as two of the NCAA’s top offenses battle. Creighton ranks 55th with 109.5 points per 100 possessions and Villanova is 43rd (110.5). Moreover, the Wildcats rank 60th in turnover percentage (17.4 percent), while the Bluejays rank 276th in opponents’ turnover percentage (18.2 percent).

Villanova Wildcats at Creighton Bluejays ATS Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Creighton, ATS Winner – Creighton, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Villanova averages 27.4 three pointers per game, which ranks 32nd in the nation. Creighton ranks 194th in three pointers allowed per game (23.6).
  • The Bluejays rank 70th in assists per game (14.7) while the Wildcats rank 125th in assists allowed per game (12.8).
  • The Bluejays rank 11th in steals allowed per game (4.6) while the Wildcats rank 109th (6.5).
  • Villanova ranks 108th in rebounds per game (37.3) while Creighton ranks 188th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Bluejays’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.4, up from 9.7 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Wildcats have scored an average of 68.0 points per game (8.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 64.8 points per game (3.0 below their season average).