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Xavier Musketeers vs Villanova Wildcats Pick – 2/9/2025
The Xavier Musketeers will face off with the Villanova Wildcats on February 9, 2025, at 12:00 pm EST. As two of the top contenders in NCAA basketball clash, all eyes will be on this thrilling matchup that promises an intense competition on the court. With Villanova opening as slight favorites, this game could have significant implications for conference standings and postseason positioning.
Overview of Xavier Musketeers
Xavier enters this game as a dynamic force in college basketball, known for their disciplined play and strategic offense. The Musketeers have consistently been a formidable opponent, blending a mix of veteran leadership and youthful exuberance to challenge even the most seasoned teams. Their defensive tenacity and ability to execute under pressure have been key to their success this season. Xavier's adaptability on the road is a valuable asset as they look to make their mark against Villanova.Overview of Villanova Wildcats
Villanova, on the other hand, stands as a beacon of consistency and excellence in the collegiate basketball arena. Their home-court advantage at Finneran Pavilion is notorious, often becoming a fortress that visiting teams struggle to conquer. The Wildcats excel with their precision shooting and tactical defense, which have been instrumental in securing their reputation as perennial powerhouses. As they prepare to host Xavier, expect Villanova to utilize their home advantage and experience to maintain their favored status in this matchup.Betting Insights
Given Villanova's -2.5 point spread advantage, this game is anticipated to be closely contested. Bettors should consider Villanova's sturdy home record, although Xavier has shown resilience on the road. The over/under for this matchup has been set at 141.5, suggesting a moderately high-scoring affair. Both teams have the capability to put up numbers, making the total points a fascinating angle for both casual and sharp bettors alike.Key Factors
Several key factors will influence the outcome of this game. First, consider the pace and execution of both teams; Xavier's ability to control the tempo could disrupt Villanova's offensive flow. Additionally, the rebounding battle will be crucial, as second-chance opportunities can swing momentum. Turnover margins and free throw efficacy are other essential components that could tip the scales in a contest expected to be headlined by grit and precision.Pick and Analysis
In analyzing this matchup, the edge leans slightly toward Villanova based on their home dominance and tactical prowess. However, Xavier's proven road capabilities make them a tough opponent. While the Wildcats' slight favorite status is justified, betting on Xavier to cover the spread offers potential value, given their competitive nature and the closeness of the rivalry. If Xavier can manage their turnovers and capitalize on offensive chances, they could indeed challenge the upset. Ultimately, taking Villanova with caution while eyeing the Xavier underdog spread could be a smart play for this highly anticipated showdown. Visit the NCAABB picks and predictions section for the rest of today's games.Consensus
Stats
- Team Stats Per Game
- Advanced Game Stats
- Rushing
- Special Teams
Offense/Defense
XAV
Team Stats Per Game
VILL
76.46
PTS GM
67.58
56.62
FGA
54.96
.456
FG%
.426
.385
3PT%
.344
8.62
ORB
9.54
1.05
DRB
0.88
33.92
TRB
30.62
21.38
FTA
17.54
.780
FT%
.691
16.42
AST
14.08
2.83
BLK
2.42
11.67
TO
10.42
15.96
PF
15.17
Defense/Offense
XAV
Team Stats Per Game
VILL
70.54
PTS GM
75.46
58.46
FGA
56.79
.435
FG%
.470
.337
3PT%
.399
9.33
ORB
9.96
0.99
DRB
1.03
33
TRB
34.67
17.42
FTA
15.08
.730
FT%
.809
14.46
AST
13.21
4.54
BLK
2.46
12.04
TO
10.12
18.5
PF
16.12
Offense/Defense
XAV
Advanced Game Stats
VILL
68.9
Pace
64.1
109.8
Off.Rate
105.4
.377
FTr
.319
.373
3PAr
.456
.572
TS%
.534
50.7
TRB%
46.9
63.5
AST%
60.1
10.8
STL%
8.2
7.5
BLK%
7.5
.528
eFG%
.505
14.9
TOV%
14.1
26.7
ORB%
27.9
.294
TF/FGA
.221
Defense/Offense
XAV
Advanced Game Stats
VILL
68.9
Pace
64.1
101.3
Off.Rate
117.6
.298
FTr
.266
.351
3PAr
.434
.529
TS%
.590
49.3
TRB%
53.1
56.8
AST%
49.5
9.1
STL%
9.0
12.8
BLK%
8.2
.495
eFG%
.557
15.3
TOV%
13.7
27.0
ORB%
32.1
.217
TF/FGA
.215
Odds
- Spread
- MoneyLine
- Over/Under
Open
Current
Book
XAV
VILL
XAV
VILL
Consensus
+3.5 (-107)
-3.5 (-110)
+3.0 (-107)
-3.0 (-114)
Open
Current
Book
XAV
VILL
XAV
VILL
Consensus
+136
-164
+132
-158
Open
Current
Book
Over
Under
Over
Under
Consensus
141.5 (-110)
141.5 (-110)
140.5 (-112)
140.5 (-109)
Betting trends
- Betting Trends
- Head to Head
- Teams Last 10
XAV
Betting Trends
- Last 3
- Last 5
- Last 10
VILL
2-1-0
Win/Loss/Tie
1-2-0
1-2-0
ATS W/L/P
1-2-0
75.67
Avg Score
64.33
75.67
Avg Opp Score
66
3-2-0
Win/Loss/Tie
2-3-0
2-3-0
ATS W/L/P
1-4-0
71.4
Avg Score
66.2
72.6
Avg Opp Score
67
6-4-0
Win/Loss/Tie
5-5-0
5-5-0
ATS W/L/P
4-6-0
73.2
Avg Score
70.3
71.2
Avg Opp Score
67.1
DATE
TM
LN
ML
SC
01/14/2025
VILL
146.5
+128
63
XAV
-3.0
-155
69
02/07/2024
VILL
150.0
+132
53
XAV
-3.0
-161
56
01/03/2024
XAV
142.5
+304
65
VILL
-8.5
-395
66
02/21/2023
VILL
147.0
+166
64
XAV
-4.5
-203
63
01/07/2023
XAV
146.0
+108
88
VILL
-1.5
-130
80
01/12/2022
VILL
138.5
+110
64
XAV
-2.0
-132
60
12/21/2021
XAV
135.5
+189
58
VILL
-5.5
-235
71
02/22/2020
VILL
136.0
-105
64
XAV
-1.0
-115
55
12/30/2019
XAV
139.5
+195
62
VILL
-5.5
-245
68
03/15/2019
XAV
132.5
+230
67
VILL
-6.0
-280
71
Xavier Musketeers
03/19/24
XAV
105.2
-71
50
GA
0.4
-76
52
03/14/24
XAV
53.2
+297
21
UCONN
-5.3
-542
31
03/13/24
XAV
131.9
-119
66
BUTL
1.5
+98
62
03/09/24
MARQ
63.6
-76
34
XAV
0.6
+62
32
03/06/24
XAV
121.9
+86
51
BUTL
-1.2
-104
56
03/02/24
XAV
143.5
-339
90
GEORGE
6.7
+261
85
02/28/24
DEPAUL
176.4
+1608
66
XAV
-22.1
-6645
103
02/25/24
XAV
120.5
+350
48
MARQ
-8.6
-507
66
02/21/24
PROV
95.2
+109
49
XAV
-3.1
-134
46
02/14/24
XAV
65.3
+54
31
SETON
-1.1
-67
39
Villanova Wildcats
03/20/24
VCU
210.5
+498
112
VILL
-13.6
-648
98
03/13/24
DEPAUL
117.6
+1644
49
VILL
-21.2
-5931
50
03/09/24
CREIGH
55.1
-51
28
VILL
0.2
+41
27
03/06/24
VILL
105.2
-87
44
SETON
0.6
-85
51
03/02/24
VILL
122.9
+109
65
PROV
-2.3
-132
55
02/27/24
GEORGE
96.0
+594
32
VILL
-10.2
-1110
51
02/24/24
VILL
204.0
+861
83
UCONN
-19.2
-1313
120
02/20/24
BUTL
196.0
+322
87
VILL
-9.1
-405
101
02/16/24
VILL
53.4
-207
27
GEORGE
1.4
+152
20
02/11/24
SETON
136.2
+234
56
VILL
-6.7
-303
82