Villanova vs Marquette Prediction 2/21/25 College Basketball Picks Today

In this article, we will formulate a Villanova vs Marquette prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, February 21st at Finneran Pavilion in Villanova, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Villanova Wildcats Betting Preview

The Villanova Wildcats are 15-12 (8-8) this year after they lost to UConn by a score of 66-59 in their last game. Villanova led 34-26 at halftime, but they were outscored 40-25 in the second half in the loss. The Wildcats shot 35.2% from the field, 36.4% on three-pointers, and 81.3% on free throws in the game. Wooga Poplar led Villanova with 19 points and six rebounds, while Eric Dixon added 17 points and five rebounds in the game.

Prior to that loss, the Wildcats lost to Providence by a score of 75-62 but did beat St. John’s by a score of 73-71 before that. Villanova has won three of their last five games and they are currently sixth in the Big East standings with an 8-8 record. Villanova has scored 74.3 points per game and they have allowed 67.9 points per game, while also averaging 34.0 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game this season. Eric Dixon is averaging 22.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, while Wooga Poplar is averaging 15.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game this year. Villanova is shooting 46.7% from the field, 80.9% on free throws, and 39.6% on three-pointers this season. 

Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Preview

The Marquette Golden Eagles are 20-6 (11-4) this season after they defeated Seton Hall by a score of 80-56 in their last game. Marquette led 40-23 at halftime and added 40 more points in the second half in the blowout win. The Golden Eagles shot 53.6% from the field, 40.7% on three-pointers, and 69.2% on free throws in the game. Kam Jones led Marquette with 14 points and five assists, while Chase Ross added 11 points and five assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Golden Eagles defeated DePaul by a score of 68-58 but did lose to Creighton by a score of 77-67 before that. Marquette has lost three of their last five games and they are currently tied for second in the Big East standings with an 11-4 record. Marquette has scored 77.3 points per game and they have allowed 67.1 points per game, while also averaging 34.1 rebounds and 13.8 assists per game this season. Kam Jones is averaging 19.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game, while David Joplin is averaging 13.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game this year. Marquette is shooting 44.3% from the field, 72.8% on free throws, and 32.4% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Marquette will beat Villanova

• Marquette has won each of its last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Villanova has lost four of its last five games against AP-ranked opponents at Wells Fargo Center.
• Villanova has lost the first half in four of its last five night games at Wells Fargo Center.

Total Points Facts

• Five of Villanova’s last six night games at Wells Fargo Center have produced a total of 131 or fewer points.
• Each of Marquette’s last three night games against Conference opponents has produced a total of 136 or fewer points.

Villanova vs Marquette Prediction 

Villanova comes into this game trying to snap a two-game losing streak, but they will be at home for this matchup. The Wildcats are shooting 46.7% from the field this year, but they have scored 62 points or fewer in three of their last five games. Marquette is looking for their third straight win, but they are 0-2 in their last two road games. The Golden Eagles are shooting 44.3% from the field this year and they have allowed 58 and 56 points in their last two games. Marquette did beat Villanova by a score of 87-74 in their first meeting and I expect more of the same here, as Villanova continues to play inconsistently.