Providence takes to the basketball court against Xavier on Wednesday, hoping to send the Musketeers to a loss while covering the college basketball betting point spread at Cintas Center.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sportsbooks (including Sportsbook) had the Xavier Musketeers betting line as -11-point favorites in this particular matchup earlier in the day. Also, watch for the Sportsbook over/under total value at Sportsbook.
Providence Friars vs Xavier Musketeers Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the Providence Friars have watched them go 10-3 and 8-5 ATS on the college basketball season, while the Xavier Musketeers are at 10-2 and 6-5 ATS. In totals betting, the Xavier Musketeers are 5-6, while the Providence Friars have a 5-7-1 mark.
The Musketeers - Friars odds would favor the Musketeers if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Xavier is rated No. 14 in the current Odds Shark poll, while Providence is at No. 47.
Statistical Matchup
In the paint, the rebound battle will feature Xavier's No. 56-rated squad against Providence's No. 225-rated roster. And in long-range shooting, Xavier rates No. 165 in the country with 7 per game, while their foes tonight, the Providence Friars rank No. 110 nationally with 7.92 per match.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Friars got 23 points from Rodney Bullock, but it was Boston College that prevailed in a 79-67 final on Friday at Conte Forum.
The battle between the Musketeers and Eagles didnt turn out to be much of a battle at all as Eastern Washington was handed a 85-56 defeat on Tuesday at Cintas Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Providence at Butler, Sunday, January 1st
Xavier at Georgetown University, Saturday, December 31st