Villanova vs Butler Prediction, Picks & Odds | 03 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Villanova vs Butler

The Villanova Wildcats go up against the Butler Bulldogs, with tip-off scheduled for 12:00 on Saturday, January 3.

If you are looking for a value pick, then -100 that Butler beat Villanova certainly stands out. We’re expecting the home team to win on the Moneyline and there are generous odds available.

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Villanova Wildcats won their previous game, beating DePaul Blue Demons at home. It was a 71-66 win.

Butler Bulldogs were beaten last game and this was on the road. Creighton Bluejays claimed a 89-85 win.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last matchup between Villanova and Butler saw the former win. It was a 80-70 scoreline. Villanova have beaten Butler in the past three meetings. They’ve also claimed 7 victories in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Villanova	11-2	1015	869	146	9-0	2-2	4W
Butler	10-4	1208	1038	170	10-1	0-3	1L

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Villanova vs Butler Prediction & Picks

Our Villanova vs Butler tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast and bet builder picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

It’s time to side with Butler to record a victory in this college matchup. The home team should have the upper hand and the -100 for our Moneyline pick looks a good price.

Team news and current form always play a key role in shaping our expert basketball predictions. We also dig into the latest stats and trends to help deliver the most accurate college hoops picks possible.

Key Villanova vs Butler stats:

• Butler have won 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• Butler have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Butler have won 3 consecutive games at home.
• Villanova have lost 12 of their last 19 games on the road.
• Villanova have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.

Butler Moneyline Probability

Looking at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 50% chance of winning. Based on our analysts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Game Prediction

Butler Moneyline @ -100 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Villanova 70 - 72 Butler

We’ll roll the dice and go for the Bulldogs to register a 72-70 victory. We don’t think that there will be too much between the teams and we’re happy to take the massive odds.

Villanova vs Butler Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Butler are -118 to win against Villanova who are priced at betting odds of -102. The hosts have a 54% chance of victory in the eyes of the most popular sportsbooks.

There is a spread of 1.5 and total points has a line of 147.5. The Totals offers basketball fans an alternative way of getting involved. If you fancy Under 147.5, then the odds are -110.

The good news is that you can access a wide range of team props and game lines for most college basketball contests. The best betting apps have a huge range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.

Moneyline

Villanova

-102

Butler

-118

Point Spread

Villanova +1.5

-120

Butler -1.5

-102

Total Points

Under 147.5

-110

Over 147.5

-110

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Villanova Stats

Butler Stats

Moneyline

• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 142.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 130.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 147.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 147.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.10 pts and allowed 66.40 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 63.00 pts and allowed 67.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 161.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 147.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 147.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 82.50 pts and allowed 74.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 89.00 pts and allowed 72.50 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	13-1	1110	861	249	8-1	5-0	9W
Seton Hall	12-2	1049	882	167	7-1	5-1	1W
Villanova	11-2	1015	869	146	9-0	2-2	4W
Butler	10-4	1208	1038	170	10-1	0-3	1L
St. John's	9-4	1125	943	182	7-2	2-2	2W
Creighton	9-5	1109	1000	109	8-1	1-4	4W
Georgetown	9-5	1117	1052	65	7-3	2-2	1L
Xavier	9-5	1066	1051	15	8-4	1-1	1L
DePaul	8-6	1037	968	69	7-4	1-2	3L
Providence	7-6	1167	1088	79	6-2	1-4	2L
Marquette	5-9	1073	1084	-11	5-5	0-4	5L

• 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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