The Villanova Wildcats (13-11) look to find success over the struggling Georgetown Hoyas (8-16) on Friday, February 16 at 7:00 PM ET at the Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The Wildcats are favorites to find success on the road, with a strong point spread at -9.5 (-110).

The Wildcats have gone 2-3 in their last five matchups, with some positive momentum coming into this one. Their most recent battle was an 80-54 blowout victory over the Seton Hall Pirates, with Eric Dixon leading them with 18 points.

Dixon leads their offense with 15.8 points per game and connects on 47.6 percent of his field goals. He also makes 85.9 percent of his foul shots, which are going to be huge late in the game if it stays close.

The Wildcats consistently achieve a scoring average of 72.5 points per game, with a 42.4 percent success rate in field goals, showcasing their strong teamwork through an average of 12.7 assists per game and numerous scoring chances.

On the defensive end, they restrict opponents to 66.5 points, leading to a positive point differential. Essential defensive metrics comprise 35.7 rebounds, 2.3 blocks, and 5.8 steals per game.

The Hoyas have lost their last nine games and are aiming to break out of their slump with a great opportunity at home. Their most recent defeat was a 94-72 blowout against the 17^th-ranked Creighton Bluejays.

Jayden Epps leads their offense with 17.6 points and 4.3 assists each game. He is also making 38.2 percent of field goals and 79.2 percent of foul shots a game. He has the power to shift this game in their favor if he sets the tone early.

The Hoyas consistently score an average of 71.6 points per game with an impressive shooting accuracy of 41.6 percent. To strengthen their offensive capabilities, they should focus on improving ball movement, as their current average of 12.3 assists per game is slightly below their opponents.

On the defensive end, they limit opponents to an average of 77.2 points per game, resulting in a slightly negative margin. Additionally, they showcase excellence in various aspects of the game, averaging 34.6 rebounds, 3.4 blocks, and 5.9 steals per game, highlighting their versatile ability to disrupt opposing teams.

MyBookie offers the betting odds in this college basketball opportunity, with the Villanova Wildcats as 9.5-point favorites. Market analysis indicates they have an 87.7 percent chance of winning.

The Wildcats have been more consistent on offense than the Hoyas have been all season. Look for the Wildcats to win and cover the spread.