Georgetown Hoyas vs Providence Friars Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Saturday January 24 2026
Use Code WWWC The Georgetown Hoyas (currently 9-10 overall, 1-7 in Big East action) are hitting the road to face off against the Providence Friars (also at 9-10, with a 2-6 record in conference play) in Providence, Rhode Island. Both teams have struggled to find their footing so far this season, and this game represents a valuable opportunity for each squad to build some much-needed momentum in the Big East. Get involved in the action with our free college basketball picks.
Georgetown vs. Providence Game Information
- January 24, 2026
- 12:30pm EST
- Amica Mutual Pavillion
- TNT
Providence Form & Recent Results
Providence enters this matchup trying to bounce back from a tough stretch, having lost four of their last five games. Most recently, they suffered a heartbreaking 105-104 overtime defeat on the road against Marquette this past Monday. In that game, Jaylin Sellers put on a standout performance by scoring 27 points and dishing out 5 assists, while Oswin Erhunmwunse made his presence felt on the boards with 15 rebounds. The Friars managed to shoot a strong 41% from downtown and an impressive 88% from the free throw line, grabbing a total of 42 rebounds as a team. Despite those solid numbers, they couldn’t quite secure the win in a closely contested game.
Looking at the bigger picture, Providence’s season has been highlighted by several individual standouts. Jason Edwards has been the Friars’ leading scorer, averaging 17.2 points per game, with Jaylin Sellers not far behind, contributing 15.9 points on average. Oswin Erhunmwunse anchors the team on the glass, pulling down an average of 7.7 rebounds each game. When it comes to sharing the basketball, both Edwards and Stefan Vaaks have led the way, each averaging 3.3 assists. However, the team’s defense has been a concern lately, giving up an average of 96.2 points in their last five games. The Friars have been much more impressive at home, where they hold a 7-3 record and put up an average of 90.3 points. Their strong performances on their own court stand out as a bright spot in an otherwise up-and-down season. Providence will look to get back on track when they host Georgetown on Saturday afternoon, hoping to tighten up defensively and build on their home success.
Georgetown Form & Recent Results
Georgetown heads into this game hoping to turn things around after dropping their last six games in a row. In their recent 66-51 defeat at Villanova on Wednesday, Kayvaun Mulready led the team in scoring with 12 points. Vince Iwuchukwu was active on the boards with 8 rebounds, while Malik Mack added 5 assists for the Hoyas. Georgetown managed to shoot 32% from beyond the arc and pulled down 36 rebounds in that contest, but those efforts weren't enough to snap their skid. As they look to regroup, the team is leaning on some standout performers this season, with KJ Lewis leading in scoring at 14.7 points per game. Malik Mack, who continues to be a key playmaker, is close behind with 13.8 points per game and has also proved valuable by averaging 4.3 assists. Caleb Williams tops the team on the glass, averaging 5.5 rebounds a night.
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Over their last five games, Georgetown has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 69.6 points per outing. Their record on the road sits at 2-4, during which they've also allowed opponents to put up an average of 69.7 points. With the season not going as hoped, this next game presents an opportunity for the Hoyas to bounce back. They'll be looking for a much-needed road win against Providence. Although Providence has had its own struggles lately, the Friars have been especially strong when playing on their home court. Georgetown will need to put together a strong all-around performance if they want to break their losing streak and make a statement away from home.
Key Stats
- Georgetown Hoyas this season: 43% field goal percentage, 37.1 rebounds, 14.6 assists, 4.1 blocks, 6.9 steals per game
- Providence Friars this season: 48% field goal percentage, 39.2 rebounds, 16.0 assists, 4.4 blocks, 6.3 steals per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- PROV -6.5; O/U 162.5
Georgetown vs. Providence Picks and Prediction
Both teams have struggled to find success in Big East Conference play this season, but Providence has managed to put together a slightly stronger run than Georgetown overall. While Providence’s defense has been far from perfect and could definitely use some improvement, they’ve shown a real knack for winning in front of their home crowd, claiming victory in seven out of ten games played on their own court. On the other hand, Georgetown hasn’t been nearly as comfortable on the road, coming up short in four out of their six away games so far. With that in mind, Providence will be hoping that their home-court advantage and energy from their fans can give them the extra edge they need in this matchup. Final Score Prediction, Providence Friars win but fail to cover the spread, 84-83.
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