Georgetown Hoyas vs Connecticut Huskies Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

In an upcoming Big East matchup on Sunday afternoon, the Georgetown Hoyas will face off against the Connecticut Huskies. The Hoyas currently hold a record of 3-7, with a 6-10 ATS (against the spread) and a 7-8-1 O/U (over/under) record. On the other hand, the Huskies have an impressive record of 10-2, with a 10-6 ATS and an 8-7-1 O/U record. The Huskies recently experienced a loss to Seton Hall in a home meeting, but they also achieved a road win against Xavier. It is worth noting that the Huskies were victorious in both games against the Hoyas last season. As for the betting odds, Connecticut opens as the favorite with a -20.5 line, which has since shifted to -21.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hoyas +1,128 | Huskies -2,800

Spread: Hoyas +21 (-110) | Huskies -21 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 143.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Connecticut will win straight-up is 97%.

Georgetown Hoyas

The Georgetown Hoyas are aiming to secure their second victory in the Big East this season, having lost four out of their last five games. Their sole conference win came in a close 68-65 home game against DePaul. Despite their efforts, they suffered a narrow 74-70 home defeat against Seton Hall, bringing their Big East record to 1-4. They have managed to cover the spread in two of their last five games. In their recent loss, Jayden Epps stood out with 30 points, showcasing his exceptional performance this season with an average of 18.2 points per game. However, Dontrez Styles has been struggling, scoring nine or fewer points in three consecutive games and maintaining an average of 13.6 points per game. On a more positive note, Supreme Cook has contributed with at least 13 points in two of his last three games, averaging 10.6 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. The Hoyas currently hold the 185th spot in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and have a 1-3 record on the road, including a loss to Notre Dame. Offensively, they are averaging 72.3 points per game, ranking 250th, and have allowed at least 74 points in four of their last five games, leading to an average of 72.3 points conceded, placing them 201st. In terms of their power ranking, they hold 305th place and rank 252nd in offense, scoring an average of 72.25 points per game, and 203rd in defense, allowing an average of 72.25 points against them per game. They currently have an overall record of 8-8 (6-10 against the spread) this season. Moreover, Georgetown's shooting percentages include an average of 42.76% for field goals (ranked 281st), 71.12% for free throws (ranked 178th), and 34.96% for three-pointers (ranked 127th in NCAAB). They also average 35.63 rebounds per game (ranked 212th), 12.94 offensive assists, and 13.38 turnovers per game (ranked 221st and 276th, respectively). Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 45.61% from the field (ranked 305th), 69.32% from the free-throw line BIG bucket for @GeorgetownHoops 🙌 The Hoyas bring it within 6! pic.twitter.com/dzCDnlaoTO