Villanova vs Marquette Prediction 1/24/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Villanova vs Marquette prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, January 24th at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Wisconsin. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Villanova Wildcats Betting Preview

The Villanova Wildcats are 12-8 (5-4) this year after they lost to Georgetown by a score of 64-63 in their last game. Villanova led 34-27 at halftime, but they were outscored 37-29 in the second half for the loss. The Wildcats shot 40% from the field, 40% on three-pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Eric Dixon led Villanova with 29 points and six rebounds, while Jordan Longino added 18 points and two assists in the loss.

Prior to that game, the Wildcats defeated Providence by a score of 75-73 but did lose to Xavier by a score of 69-63 before that. Villanova has lost three of their last four games and they are currently fifth in the Big East standings. Villanova has scored 76.9 points per game and they have allowed 67.8 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 13.4 assists per game this season. Eric Dixon is averaging 24.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while Wooga Poplar is averaging 13.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this year. Villanova is shooting 47.5% from the field, 79.9% on free throws, and 40.3% on free throws in the game. 

Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Preview

The Marquette Golden Eagles are 16-3 (7-1) this season after they defeated Seton Hall by a score of 76-59 in their last game. Marquette led 33-21 at halftime and they added 43 points in the second half for the win. The Golden Eagles shot 41.4% from the field, 37% on three-pointers, and 72% on free throws in the game. Kam Jones led Marquette with 19 points and four assists, while David Joplin added 12 points and two rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Golden Eagles lost to Xavier by a score of 59-57 but did beat DePaul by a score of 85-83 before that. Marquette has won seven of their last eight games and they are currently second in the Big East standings. Marquette has scored 78.8 points per game and they have allowed 66.5 points per game, while also averaging 34.1 rebounds and 14.6 assists per game this season. Kam Jones is averaging 19.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game, while David Joplin is averaging 14.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game this year. Marquette is shooting 44.8% from the field, 73.7% on free throws, and 32.9% on three-pointers this season.  

Why Marquette will beat Villanova

• Marquette has won 17 of its last 18 games at Fiserv Forum when playing with a rest disadvantage.
• Villanova has lost six of its last seven night games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
• Villanova has lost the first half in six of its last eight games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.

Villanova vs Marquette Prediction 

Marquette comes into this matchup with just one conference loss on the season and they will be at home for this game. The Golden Eagles did lose their last home game to Xavier by a score of 59-57, but they have been very solid at home this year. Marquette is shooting 44.8% from the field, but their defense has led the way for them. Villanova has lost three of their last four games, but they are shooting 47.5% from the field this year. The Wildcats have decent defensive numbers on the season as well, but they have scored 63 points in two of their last three games. We have seen Marquette struggle in two of their last three games, but Villanova is trending in the wrong direction. Take the Golden Eagles at home.