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Game time: December 10, 2024 at 8:30 PM ET

Venue: Wintrust Arena — Chicago, IL

Article updated Dec 9, 10:16 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Tuesday night, the Providence Friars will face off against the DePaul Blue Demons at the WinTrust Arena in Chicago to kick off their Big East schedules. The Friars, with a

Game outlook

On Tuesday night, the Providence Friars will face off against the DePaul Blue Demons at the WinTrust Arena in Chicago to kick off their Big East schedules. The Friars, with a 15-18 record, have lost four of their last five games, while the Blue Demons, at 7-1, suffered their first loss to Texas Tech last Wednesday. The game is set to begin at 8:30 pm EST. DePaul is currently favored to win by 1.5 points according to the betting line.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Friars +100 | Blue Demons +100

Spread: Friars +1.5 (-110) | Blue Demons -1.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 139 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that DePaul will win straight-up is 50%.

Providence Friars

The Providence Friars are currently experiencing a challenging stretch, having lost four of their last five games after a strong start to the season. In their recent matchup against in-state rival Rhode Island Rams, the Friars fell short with Bensley Joseph and Bryce Hopkins leading the team in scoring. Head coach Kim English expressed disappointment in the outcome and emphasized the need for improvement. Despite their struggles, the Friars are set to begin Big East play and are focusing on turning things around. With key statistics highlighting their performance this season, the Friars are aiming to overcome their recent setbacks and achieve success in upcoming games.

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DePaul Blue Demons Analysis

The DePaul Blue Demons have had a strong start to their season, surpassing last year's win total and showing promise under new head coach Chris Holtmann. Despite a loss to Texas Tech, the team has shown resilience and potential, particularly in their 3-point shooting and defensive efforts. They are currently ranked 23rd in the nation and have a solid offense, ranking 28th for scoring. The team's stats for both offense and defense are impressive, with strong field goal percentages and rebounding capabilities. Overall, the Blue Demons have shown they are a competitive team to watch this season. No injuries have been reported, and they have been performing well in sports wagering. Their upcoming matchup with Providence will be one to watch, as Providence has struggled in recent matchups against DePaul. If the Blue Demons can continue to compete at a high level, they have the potential to secure more victories in the coming games.

DePaul Faces Tough Transition to Big East Competition Against Favorited Friars

DePaul's upcoming transition to Big East competition marks a significant step up in level of play. Thus far, they have faced only one Power Five conference opponent this season, resulting in a double-digit loss. The team strategically selected its schedule to ensure a strong start after a disappointing previous season, which has proven successful. However, challenges may arise in adjusting to the heightened competition of the Big East. While the Friars have faced recent setbacks, they have navigated a more demanding schedule than DePaul and excel defensively, ranked 25th in scoring defense and 73rd in defensive efficiency nationally. With a focus on challenging DePaul's performance in the paint, the Friars are favored in this matchup. Ultimately, the Friars' experience positions them as the likely victors in this Big East opener. My prediction is in favor of the Friars.

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SportsJaw Friars vs Blue Demons archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Friars vs Blue Demons matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Providence Friars+100 → +110Moved
  • Moneyline · DePaul Blue Demons+100 → -130Moved
  • Spread · Providence Friars+1.5 (-110) → +2 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · DePaul Blue Demons-1.5 (-110) → -2 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over139 (-110) → 138.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under139 (-110) → 138.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Providence Friars
15-18 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 4-5-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
DePaul Blue Demons
16-16 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-10T03:16:11.560Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The DePaul Blue Demons have had a strong start to their season, surpassing last year's win total and showing promise under new head coach Chris Holtmann. Despite a loss to Texas Tech, the team has shown resilience and potential, particularly in their 3-point shooting and defensive efforts. They are currently ranked 23rd in the nation and have a solid offense, ranking 28th for scoring. The team's stats for both offense and defense are impressive, with strong field goal percentages and rebounding capabilities. Overall, the Blue Demons have shown they are a competitive team to watch this season. No injuries have been reported, and they have been performing well in sports wagering. Their upcoming matchup with Providence will be one to watch, as Providence has struggled in recent matchups against DePaul. If the Blue Demons can continue to compete at a high level, they have the potential to secure more victories in the coming games.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-17DePaul Blue Demons 70 · Providence Friars 81
  • 2024-01-17Providence Friars 100 · DePaul Blue Demons 62
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Providence Friars defeated DePaul Blue Demons 70-63

Providence Friars defeated DePaul Blue Demons 70-63 on December 10, 2024, a 7-point decision in the series. Providence Friars' strongest period was the overtime, when it outscored its opponent 12-5. Against SportsJaw's recorded Providence Friars +2 (-110) spread, Providence Friars covered, while the 133 combined points finished under the recorded total of 138.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • 72dolphinsSpread · Providence Friars +1.5 (-110)Win
  • MikehuffSpread · Providence Friars +1.5 (-110)Win