Providence Friars vs Butler Bulldogs Betting Picks & Predictions
The Providence Friars will face off against the Butler Bulldogs in a highly anticipated rematch on Saturday, February 8th. The Friars previously defeated the Bulldogs by 19
Game outlook
The Providence Friars will face off against the Butler Bulldogs in a highly anticipated rematch on Saturday, February 8th. The Friars previously defeated the Bulldogs by 19 points in their last meeting on January 8th. Despite this, Butler is the current betting favorite with a point spread of -4. It will be interesting to see if the Friars can pull off another victory against the Bulldogs in what is sure to be an exciting game at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Stay tuned for all the latest updates on this Providence vs. Butler matchup.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Friars +140 | Bulldogs -166
Spread: Friars +4 (-110) | Bulldogs -4 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 145 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Butler will win straight-up is 62%.
Providence Friars
The Providence Friars have had a turbulent season in the Big East, with inconsistent performances on both ends of the court. Despite scoring an average of 71.59 points per game, they have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 69.27 points against them per game. Their defense is particularly weak against three-point shots and offensive rebounds, allowing opponents to shoot 30.2% from beyond the arc and grab 10.8 offensive boards per contest. The Friars have also faced challenges with key injuries to top scorers like Jabri Abdur-Rahim and Bryce Hopkins. Heading into their upcoming game against Butler, Providence will need to improve their defensive efficiency and offensive execution to secure a win. Their current power ranking is 182, with a ranking of 255 in offense and 108 in defense.