Villanova vs. Saint Joseph's Odds, Line, Spread: Proven Model Reveals College Basketball Picks for Nov. 12, 2024
Villanova's Offense Explodes
In its last game, Villanova exploded on offense, putting up 97 points in a 30-point victory over Howard. Senior guard Justin Moore led the way with 22 points, while junior forward Eric Dixon added 20 points and 10 rebounds. The Wildcats shot 56.7% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range.
Saint Joseph's Struggles Offensively
Saint Joseph's has struggled offensively this season, averaging just 63.3 points per game. The Hawks shot just 37.5% from the field and 29.6% from three-point range in their last game, a 65-55 loss to Temple. Senior guard Cameron Brown leads the team in scoring with 14.3 points per game, but he is shooting just 37.8% from the field.
Villanova the Clear Favorite
Villanova is a clear favorite in this matchup. The Wildcats are ranked No. 12 in the AP Poll, while Saint Joseph's is unranked. Villanova has won the last five meetings between the two teams, and the Wildcats have a 16-8 record all-time against the Hawks.
Villanova Vs. Saint Joseph's Odds, Line, Spread
Spread: Villanova -14.5
Over/Under: 140.5
Moneyline: Villanova -800, Saint Joseph's +550
Villanova Vs. Saint Joseph's Prediction
The Villanova Wildcats are the clear favorite in this matchup. The Wildcats are a much more talented team than the Saint Joseph's Hawks, and they should have no problem covering the 14.5-point spread. Villanova is also a good bet to win the game outright, as they have a lot of experience playing in big games. The over/under is set at 140.5, and I think the over is a good bet. Both teams are capable of scoring a lot of points, and I expect this game to be a high-scoring affair.
Expert Picks
- Spread: Villanova -14.5
- Over/Under: Over 140.5
- Moneyline: Villanova
