A fantastic Big East showdown awaits as the Providence Friars (14-7) battle with the Villanova Wildcats on Saturday, February 4, at 6:00 PM ET when they compete at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Wildcats are slightly favored to win this battle with a point spread of -4.5 (-110).

The Friars are coming off of a 74-65 defeat to the top-ranked UConn Huskies in their last matchup. This snapped their previous three-game win streak and put them at 3-2 over their last five games.

Devin Carter offers quite a bit for the Friars, as he leads them in several categories. This includes averaging 18.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists each game.

The Friars consistently achieve an average of 73.8 points per game, boasting a 46.0 percent success rate in field goal attempts. While their offense could benefit from increased ball movement, as they currently secure 13.7 assists per game.

Defensively, they limit opponents to an average of 66.5 points per game, showcasing a robust defense compared to their offensive stats. Moreover, they secure 36.6 rebounds, block 5.0 shots, and accomplish 6.6 steals per game.

The Wildcats have lost their last five games and need to get back on the winning side soon. Despite their losses, they have arguably not been that bad. Their most recent defeat was an 85-80 performance against the ninth-ranked Marquette Golden Eagles.

Eric Dixon is leading the Wildcats on offense with 16.0 points per game and is shooting 47.3 percent from the field. He is also making 86.3 percent of his shots from the foul line, which could be pivotal late in the game.

The Wildcats maintain a steady average of 73.2 points per game, displaying a remarkable 42.2 percent shooting accuracy. While their ball movement records a solid 12.3 assists per game, there's potential for enhancing scoring opportunities.

On the defensive end, they effectively restrict opponents to an average of 68.4 points, a commendable feat considering their potent offense. Additionally, they grab an average of 36.0 rebounds, block 2.2 shots, and notch 5.4 steals per game, underscoring their robust defensive capabilities.

MyBookie has appealing odds for this college basketball betting opportunity, with the Villanova Wildcats as 4.5-point favorites to succeed on their home court. According to market analysis, it shows the Villanova Wildcats having a 66.0 percent probability of winning in this game.

The Wildcats, despite recent losses, have kept games close against respectable opponents, especially against the Golden Eagles. This is a great opportunity to get back on track at home against another respectable team.