Villanova vs Providence Prediction 2/15/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Villanova vs Providence prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 15th at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, Rhode Island. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Villanova Wildcats Betting Preview

The Villanova Wildcats are 15-10 (8-6) this year after they defeated St. John’s by a score of 73-71 in their last game. Villanova led 34-32 at halftime and they were able to hit a three-pointer in the final seconds for the win. The Wildcats shot 53.1% from the field, 45.8% on three-pointers, and 76.9% on free throws in the game. Wooga Poplar led Villanova with 22 points and six rebounds, while Eric Dixon added 17 points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Wildcats defeated Xavier by a score of 80-68 and DePaul by a score of 59-49. Villanova has won three games in a row and they are currently fifth in the Big East standings with an 8-6 record. Villanova has scored 75.4 points per game and they have allowed 67.7 points per game, while also averaging 34.4 rebounds and 13.3 assists per game this season. Eric Dixon is averaging 23.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while Wooga Poplar is averaging 14.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game this year. Villanova is shooting 47.2% from the field, 80.8% on free throws, and 40.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Providence Friars Betting Preview

The Providence Friars are 11-14 (5-9) this season after they lost to Xavier by a score of 91-82 in their last game. Providence trailed 45-30 at halftime, but they did score 52 points in the second half in the loss. The Friars shot 53.7% from the field, 32% on three-pointers, and 20% on free throws in the game. Bensley Joseph led Providence with 15 points and seven rebounds, while Justyn Fernandez added 15 points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Friars lost to Butler by a score of 82-81 and Creighton by a score of 80-69. Providence has lost four games in a row and they are currently eighth in the Big East standings with a 5-9 record. Providence has scored 72.3 points per game and they have allowed 71.1 points per game, while also averaging 37.8 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game this season. Jayden Pierre is averaging 12.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game, while Bensley Joseph is averaging 12.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this year. Providence is shooting 44.6% from the field, 69.2% on free throws, and 35.9% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Villanova will beat Providence

• Providence has lost each of its last four games against the Big East Conference.
• Villanova has won six of its last seven games at Amica Mutual Pavilion against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Villanova has won the first half in three of its last four night games at Amica Mutual Pavilion.

Villanova vs Providence Prediction 

Providence comes into this game struggling over the last two weeks and they are dealing with some injury issues, but they will be at home for this game. The Friars are shooting 44.6% from the field this year, but they have scored 82 and 81 points in their last two games. The Providence defense has been an issue at times this year, as they have allowed 80+ points in three straight games. Villanova has won three games in a row and they are coming off of a great win against a ranked St. John’s team. The Wildcats are just 1-3 in their last four road games and they only beat Providence by a score of 75-73 in their first meeting. I don’t love how Villanova is playing on the road in conference play, but Providence is a fade team for me right now. Take the Wildcats here.