DePaul vs Villanova Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today – NCAAB, Jan. 12

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  • Villanova (8-7) is a -19.5 point favorite vs DePaul (4-10)
  • Total (Over/Under): 136.5 points
  • DePaul / Villanova TV channel: FS1

The DePaul Blue Demons (4-10) visit Finneran Pavilion to take on the Villanova Wildcats (8-7) on Jan. 12. Tip off is scheduled for 8:30pm EST in Villanova, PA.

Villanova is the betting favorite in this game, with the spread sitting at -19.5 (-105).

The DePaul vs. Villanova Over/Under is 136.5 total points.

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DePaul vs. Villanova Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
DePaul+19.5 -115O 136.5 -110+1100
Villanova -19.5 -105U 136.5 -110-2500

DePaul vs Villanova Prediction for Today:

The winning team model predicts Villanova will win this college basketball game with 95.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, key player performances and recent matchups.

DePaul vs Villanova Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the spread model predicts Villanova will cover the spread with 51.0% confidence for today’s game.


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  • DePaul has hit the Team Total Under in 19 of their last 31 games (+5.45 Units / 15% ROI)
  • DePaul has hit the Game Total Under in 17 of their last 31 games (+1.60 Units / 5% ROI)
  • DePaul has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 8 of their last 14 away games (+1.10 Units / 7% ROI)
  • Villanova has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 21 of their last 32 games (+8.20 Units / 22% ROI)
  • Villanova has hit the Team Total Under in 12 of their last 18 games at home (+5.35 Units / 26% ROI)
  • Villanova has hit the Game Total Under in 19 of their last 32 games (+4.70 Units / 13% ROI)
  • Villanova has hit the 1H Moneyline in 13 of their last 18 games at home (+1.50 Units / 1% ROI)

DePaul Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

DePaul has a 5-9 record against the spread this college basketball season (-4.9 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 4-11 when betting on the Moneyline for -12.25 Units / 0% ROI
  • 6-9 when betting the Over for -3.9 Units / 0% ROI
  • 9-6 when betting the Under for +2.4 Units / 0% ROI

Villanova Basketball Against the Spread Record (ATS)

Villanova has a 8-7 record against the spread this college basketball season (+0.25 Units / 0% ROI).

  • 9-5 when betting on the Moneyline for -13.25 Units / 0% ROI
  • 6-9 when betting the Over for -4 Units / 0% ROI
  • 9-6 when betting the Under for +2.4 Units / 0% ROI

DePaul Offensive Stats & Trends:

DePaul has averaged 7.6 offensive rebounds per game (114 rebounds/15 games) this season — lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 11.3

DePaul has averaged 65.5 points per game (982 points/15 games) this season — lowest among Big East Teams; League Avg: 75.8

DePaul has averaged 35.2 points per game (528 points/15 games) in the second half this season — lowest among Big East Teams; League Avg: 38.3

DePaul has averaged 30.3 points per game (454 points/15 games) in the first half this season — lowest among Big East Teams; League Avg: 36.7

Villanova Offensive Stats & Trends:

Villanova is shooting 82% from the free throw line (686/839) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 72%

Villanova is shooting 82% from the free throw line (686/839) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among Big East Teams; League Avg: 74%

Villanova is shooting 82% from the free throw line (686/839) since the start of the 2022-23 season — best among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 72%

Villanova is shooting 81% from the free throw line (230/283) this season — best among Big East Teams; League Avg: 74%

DePaul Defensive Stats & Trends:

DePaul has averaged 23.4 defensive rebounds per game (351 rebounds/15 games) this season — 4th lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 26.7

DePaul has allowed 37.7 points per game (565 points/15 games) in the first half this season — highest among Big East Teams; League Avg: 32.5

DePaul has averaged 23.5 defensive rebounds per game (1,130 rebounds/48 games) since the start of the 2022-23 season — tied for 5th lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 25.8

DePaul has averaged 4.8 steals per game (72 steals/15 games) this season — 5th lowest among Power Conference teams; League Avg: 7.0

Villanova Defensive Stats & Trends:

Villanova has allowed an average of 1.09 points per shot (578 points/528 shots) this season — tied for 2nd best among Power Conference defenses; League Avg: 1.29

Villanova has allowed opponents to shoot 39% (206/528) this season — 5th best among Power Conference defenses; League Avg: 46%

Villanova has allowed 64.8 points per game (972 points/15 games) this season — tied for best among Big East Teams; League Avg: 68.8

Villanova has allowed 32.7 points per game (491 points/15 games) in the second half this season — best among Big East Teams; League Avg: 35.6


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