En route to their fifth consecutive Big Dance, the Seton Hall Pirates are in their best era in a generation. Beyond that, The Hall is in a position to win their first conference title since 1993. Coach Kevin Willard has proven to be the perfect fit for what was a down and out of the program. Most important of all is that the Pirates reliably get the cash. By contrast, Villanova is an established power for College Basketball Bets. Coach Jay Wright’s Wildcats have won two national titles since 2016 but have hit a rough patch.
Villanova Wildcats vs. Seton Hall
| Date: | Wednesday, March 4, 2020 |
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| Location: | Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey |
| Villanova vs. Seton Hall TV Coverage: | FS1 |
| College Basketball Bet odds at SBG: | Click Here |
Villanova Wildcats vs. Seton Hall Pirates Overview
In view of Seton Hall’s 70-64 win at Villanova as 4-point dogs on February 8 the Wildcats seek revenge. First place in the Big East Conference regular-season race is also at stake. Further, Villanova stumbled again Saturday in a 58-54 home loss to Providence.
Late on the Wildcats have covered only three out of their last nine games. Villanova has an online wagering record of 22-7 straight up, 13-14-2 vs. the line, and 11-18 under the total. Overall national metrics have the Wildcats ranked 120th for scoring offense and 81st for points allowed.
Counter to that is a Pirates team that is 21-7 straight up, 18-10 vs. the odds, and 14-13 over the total. Seton Hall ranks 76th nationally for scoring offense and 119th for points allowed. Accordingly, they have won and covered their last two games,
Key Wildcats: F Saddiq Bey (15.9 PTS, 4.9 REB, 2.5 AST, 47.2 FGPCT, 79.2 FTPCT, 45.1 3PPCT), G Collin Gillespie (15.4 PTS, 3.6 REB, 4.5 AST, 40.8 FTPCT, 82.9 FTPCT, 35.3 3PPCT)
Key Pirates: G Myles Powell (21.5 PTS, 4.4 REB, 2.6 AST, 40.1 FGPCT, 80.3 FTPCT, 30.6 3PPCT), F Sandro Mamukelashvili (11.7 PTS, 5.4 REB, 53.8 FGPCT, 64.9 FTPCT, 41.3 3PPCT)
Villanova and Seton Hall Against the Spread
The Wildcats Are:
- 6-1 against the spread in their last seven away games
- 2-8 under the total on the road
- 2-7 vs. the odds in their last nine away games vs. Seton Hall
- 5-2 over the total on the road against the Pirates
The Pirates Are:
- 12-5-1 on the board in their last 18 home games
- 3-8 under the total in-home court action.
- 10-5 vs. the line head to head with Villanova
- 2-3 under the total in their series with the Wildcats
Villanova Wildcats vs. Seton Hall Pirates College Basketball Bets Picks
On this occasion, Seton Hall looks to cap off their home schedule and Senior Night with a high-profile win against their arch-rival. As mentioned earlier the Pirates have been strong at home and in this head to head series. However, Villanova is a tough revenge-minded opponent seeking College Basketball Bets resurgence. In particular, they have shown good value in away games. This may be a spot Villanova normally excels in. But Seton Hall should be expected to finish what they have started as a proven quality team. The Hall is back in the national conversation!
Villanova vs. Seton Hall College Basketball Bet Picks: Seton Hall Pirates
Villanova vs. Seton Hall College Basketball Bets Score Prediction: Seton Hall 73, Villanova 66