Penn Quakers vs Villanova Wildcats Betting Picks & Predictions
The Penn Quakers (2-2) will face off against the Villanova Wildcats (2-3) in the Big 5 Classic, with Penn coming off two straight losses and Villanova also losing their last
Game outlook
The Penn Quakers (2-2) will face off against the Villanova Wildcats (2-3) in the Big 5 Classic, with Penn coming off two straight losses and Villanova also losing their last two games. Penn came out on top in their previous matchup last season. Tipoff for this game is scheduled for 7:00 PM EST at the Finneran Pavilion. Villanova is currently the favored team to win, opening at -13 in betting odds with no movement in the line. Stay tuned for the Penn vs. Villanova prediction.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Quakers +640 | Wildcats -1,000
Spread: Quakers +13 (-110) | Wildcats -13 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 141 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Villanova will win straight-up is 91%.
Penn Quakers
Penn's recent loss to Saint Joseph's in the Big 5 Classic has brought their season record to 2-2. The Quakers struggled defensively, allowing their opponent to shoot 46.4% from the field and grab 20 offensive rebounds. Offensively, Penn shot 47.4% from the field and were led by Nick Spinoso, who scored 14 points off the bench. Overall this season, Penn is scoring 69.3 PPG on 40.5% shooting from the field. Defensively, they are allowing 73 PPG and opponents to shoot 43% from the field. In terms of rankings, Penn is ranked 305 in offense and 155 in defense, with a power ranking of 329. Offensively, they are struggling with a field goal percentage of 38.04% and a three-point percentage of 32.00%. Defensively, they are allowing opponents to shoot 41.86% from the field and 36.51% from three-point range.