Villanova Wildcats Host the Providence Friars in NCAA College Basketball Action

College hoops betting interest focuses on the Providence Friars vs Villanova Wildcats battle Saturday at Wells Fargo Center as the Wildcats look to defend home court and cover the NCAA basketball point spread.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Bettors looking to go with the Villanova Wildcats in this one found them listed as -16.5-point favorites earlier on the NCAA basketball betting odds menu at Sportsbook. Check for line moves and odds updates as money coming in on the Friars was expected to move the line.

Providence Friars vs Villanova Wildcats Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Providence Friars will look to cover the spread vs the Villanova Wildcats on Saturday, as the Friars are 11-9 ATS versus the spread this season, while the Wildcats are 13-6 ATS. Providence is 7-12-1 against the total, while Villanova is 7-12 versus the total betting line.

The Odds Shark Power Rankings have the Villanova Wildcats at No. 9 and the Providence Friars at No. 129 heading into this college basketball betting matchup.

Statistical Matchup

The game also pits Villanova's No. 62-ranked offense, averaging 78.63 PPG, against a Friars defense that ranks No. 25 at 63.75 PPG. The Wildcats field goal percentage has averaged 50.19% so far, more than the Friars marksmen have achieved on the year, 44.08% per game.