Connecticut Huskies vs
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Georgetown Looks to Defend Home Court Against No. 9 UConn in College Basketball Showdown

In an upcoming college basketball matchup, the No. 9 UConn team with a record of 12-4 SU and 8-8 ATS will face off against Georgetown, who boasts a record of 12-3 SU and 9-6 ATS. Both teams have been performing well in their respective conferences, with UConn holding a 4-1 record in the league and Georgetown at 3-1. The betting favorite for this game is Connecticut, opening at -3.5 and currently sitting at -4.5. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in this UConn vs. Georgetown matchup at Capital One Arena on Saturday afternoon.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Huskies -190 | Hoyas +155
• Spread: Huskies -4.5 (-110) | Hoyas +4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Connecticut will win straight-up is 66%.

Connecticut vs Georgetown Stats

Connecticut Huskies

UConn recently suffered a rare loss after an eight-game winning streak. Despite a tough night for star forward Alex Karaban, the team fell to Villanova. Karaban leads the team in points per game, with support from players like Solo Ball. Star freshman Lian McNeeley is out with an ankle injury. UConn ranks 25th overall and 27th in offense, with strong shooting percentages. They are 12-4 this season. UConn's defense could use improvement, as they allow an average of 68.6 points per game. They also struggle defensively against three-point shots. Overall, UConn has a solid offense but needs work on their defense.

Georgetown Hoyas Analysis

The Georgetown Hoyas recently lost to Marquette, but have shown potential for success under Coach Ed Cooley. Despite a 74-66 loss, they were led by Malik Mack with 18 points and freshman center Thomas Sorber has been a standout player. The team has a strong defense, ranking high in points allowed and field goal percentage defense. Offensively, they shoot well but struggle from long range. Georgetown has a power ranking of 114 and ranks 196th in offense and 24th in defense. They have a record of 12-3 overall. In their upcoming game against UConn, Georgetown will aim to continue their strong defensive performance and improve their offensive efficiency.

Georgetown Home Court Advantage to Lead Victory Over UConn Despite Recent Struggles

I believe Georgetown will emerge victorious in this game, despite UConn's recent challenging road loss. UConn has struggled to cover the spread in their last five games, indicating tough competition. As two-time defending champions, UConn faces top-notch opponents each game. Conversely, Georgetown boasts a 10-1 record at home and considers this matchup their premier home game of the season. Their home court advantage is resurging, particularly fueled by their strong defense. I am confident Georgetown will rise to the occasion and secure a win in this game.

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