Butler Bulldogs vs Georgetown Hoyas Prediction and Betting Tips

The upcoming NCAA basketball matchup between the Butler Bulldogs and the Georgetown Hoyas is set to tip off on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 6:30 PM ET at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. This game presents intriguing betting opportunities, with Georgetown favored by 3.5 points and the over/under set at 140.5 points.

Team Overviews

Georgetown Hoyas

The Hoyas enter this game with a 13-8 record. While the season started strong, Georgetown has faced challenges in Big East play. Notable victories include wins against Creighton, Xavier, and Villanova, but they’ve also suffered losses to teams like Notre Dame, West Virginia, Marquette, UConn, and St. John’s. The team’s offense is balanced, with four players averaging double digits in scoring. Freshman center Thomas Sorber leads with 14.5 points and 9.1 rebounds per game, while Micah Peavy contributes 14.1 points and 5.2 rebounds. The Hoyas’ defense is a strong suit, allowing just 65.1 points per game and holding opponents to 39.5% shooting from the field.

Butler Bulldogs

Butler has had a challenging season, currently holding a 2-11 record in their last 13 games. The Bulldogs’ offense averages 73 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 44.8% and a three-point percentage of 36.3%. Jahmyl Telfort is the team’s leading scorer, averaging 16.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. Pierre Brooks adds 14.9 points and 5.3 rebounds, while Patrick McCaffery contributes 12.2 points and 4.9 rebounds. Defensively, Butler allows 72 points per game, with opponents shooting 42.6% from the field.

Head-to-Head Matchup

In their last two meetings, Butler has emerged victorious, winning 74-64 at home and 90-66 on the road. Over the past 10 games between these teams, Butler has won seven times.

Betting Insights

Georgetown is favored by 3.5 points in this matchup, with a moneyline of -166, implying a 62.4% chance of victory. Butler’s moneyline is +140, suggesting a 41.7% chance of winning. The total points over/under is set at 140.5.

Prediction and Betting Tips

Given Georgetown’s strong defense and balanced scoring, they are well-positioned to cover the 3.5-point spread. Butler’s recent struggles, particularly on defense, make it challenging for them to keep pace with the Hoyas. Therefore, the recommendation is to bet on Georgetown to cover the spread.

Final Score Prediction

Georgetown Hoyas 71, Butler Bulldogs 64

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