Providence vs Villanova Prediction, Picks & Odds | 30 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Providence vs Villanova

The Providence Friars face the Villanova Wildcats, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Friday, January 30.

There could be lots of baskets when Providence clash with Villanova, with our prediction being Over 156.5 points in total. Odds of -115 look well worth taking for this outcome.

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Providence Friars lost on the road in their previous game. UConn Huskies won 87-81.

Villanova Wildcats suffered a defeat in their last game. A 75-67 (OT) scoreline occurred on the road against UConn Huskies.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Villanova beat Providence when the teams last met. It was a 88-82 scoreline. Villanova have won six of the previous 10 H2H meetings.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Villanova	15-5	1548	1379	169	10-2	5-3	1L
Providence	9-12	1864	1808	56	7-5	2-7	3L

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Providence vs Villanova Prediction & Picks

This Providence vs Villanova betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Game Prediction

We think that 156.5 is a more than generous total for Over backers in this college showdown. Take the -115 that we see the teams combine to good effect.

We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible basketball predictions. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key college hoops numbers that truly make a difference.

Key Providence vs Villanova stats:

• The 156.5 line has been covered in the last 7 Providence games.
• The 156.5 line has been covered in 17 of the last 20 Providence games.
• The 156.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Providence games.

Over 156.5 Probability

According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 53.5% chance of delivering a return. However, our research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Providence 74 - 86 Villanova

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Providence vs Villanova Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

At betting odds of -435 with the sportsbooks, Villanova are regarded as 81% likely to win this college game. Providence are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +330.

The current spread is 8.5 and the total points line is 156.5. Basketball bettors love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Over 156.5, then the odds are -115.

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Moneyline

Providence

+330

Villanova

-435

Point Spread

Providence +8.5

-110

Villanova -8.5

-110

Total Points

Under 156.5

-105

Over 156.5

-115

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Providence Stats

Villanova Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• +8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 177.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 177.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 156.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 87.40 pts and allowed 90.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 86.80 pts and allowed 90.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 144.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 146.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 156.5: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games
• Over 156.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.40 pts and allowed 69.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 78.30 pts and allowed 67.70 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Big East	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
UConn	20-1	1653	1350	303	12-1	8-0	16W
St. John's	16-5	1793	1523	270	10-3	6-2	7W
Villanova	15-5	1548	1379	169	10-2	5-3	1L
Seton Hall	15-6	1517	1349	168	9-3	6-3	1W
Butler	13-8	1741	1610	131	12-3	1-5	1L
Creighton	12-9	1642	1573	69	10-2	2-7	1L
DePaul	12-9	1527	1459	68	11-4	1-5	1L
Georgetown	11-10	1581	1539	42	8-5	3-5	2W
Xavier	11-10	1638	1630	8	10-5	1-5	3L
Providence	9-12	1864	1808	56	7-5	2-7	3L
Marquette	8-14	1679	1723	-44	8-6	0-8	1W

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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