A five-game road winning streak hangs in the balance for the 11th-ranked Marquette Golden Eagles (22-4, 11-2 Big East) when they challenge the Providence Friars (15-12, 5-9 Big East) at Dunkin’ Donuts Center. The game starts at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Marquette Golden Eagles vs. Providence Friars ATS Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Friars won big over the St. John’s Red Storm 78-59, while the Golden Eagles beat the Butler Bulldogs 79-69.
Marquette dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.246 (below their season average of 0.274) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.570 (above their season average of 0.545). Butler was 0.183 and 0.483, respectively, for those same stats. The Friars, meanwhile, knocked down 27 of their 37 free throws (73.0 percent) and held the Red Storm to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.9 (below the 29.2 mark opponents have averaged against Providence this season). Providence’s Alpha Diallo had a good game, putting up 16 points and 11 rebounds. Marquette was led by Theo John, who had 15 points and 11 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Sam Hauser led the Golden Eagles to a 79-68 victory. He scored a game-high 25 points. Marquette was successful at getting and making free throws. The Golden Eagles made 23 of their 25 free throws (92.0 percent), while the Friars were just 12-23 (52.2 percent).
Providence might have trouble scoring as they go head-to-head against one of the country’s best defenses. Marquette currently ranks 55th in defensive efficiency while the Friars rank 215th in offensive efficiency.
Marquette vs. Providence Free Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Marquette, ATS Winner – Marquette, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Providence ranks 47th in steals per game (7.5) while Marquette ranks 186th (5.3).
- The Golden Eagles average 4.7 blocks per game, which ranks 24th in the NCAA. The Friars rank 76th in blocks allowed per game (3.1).
- The Golden Eagles rank 108th in three pointers attempted per game (23.7) while the Friars rank 231st (20.0).
- Marquette averages 37.8 rebounds per game, which ranks 60th in the nation. Providence ranks 178th in rebounds allowed per game (35.4).
Bettings Trends:
- The Golden Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 9.4, down from 10.0 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Friars have scored an average of 68.6 points per game (2.9 below their season average) and allowed an average of 70.2 points per game (0.9 above their season average).
