Georgetown Hoyas at Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Prediction 02/26/20

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It will be a showdown between two great offenses when the Marquette Golden Eagles (17-9, 7-7 Big East) challenge the Georgetown Hoyas (15-12, 5-9 Big East) at Fiserv Forum. Action gets underway at 8:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, February 26, 2020.

Georgetown Hoyas at Marquette Golden Eagles Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last contest. The Golden Eagles fell to the Providence Friars, 84-72, while the Hoyas were defeated by the DePaul Blue Demons, 74-68.

Georgetown did a terrific job of getting to and converting from the free throw line (22-25; 88.0 percent) while Marquette did a terrific job of getting and making free throws (26-30; 86.7 percent). Markus Howard led the way for Marquette, recording 38 points. Meanwhile, Georgetown received a boost from Terrell Allen, who had 21 points and eight rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Howard led the Golden Eagles to an 84-80 win. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 42 points. The Golden Eagles’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Hoyas. Marquette had a rate of 7.6, while Georgetown posted a mark of 10.8.

The high-octane offense of Marquette will square off against the mid-tier defense of Georgetown. The Golden Eagles currently rank 81st in offensive efficiency, while the Hoyas are 236th in defensive efficiency. The Golden Eagles should have the advantage on that side of the ball.

Georgetown vs. Marquette Free Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Marquette, ATS Winner – Marquette, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Marquette ranks 38th in three pointers attempted per game (26.2) while Georgetown ranks 273rd (17.9).
  • The Hoyas average 4.3 blocks per game, which ranks 48th in the country. The Golden Eagles rank 96th in blocks allowed per game (3.2).
  • The Hoyas average 38.9 rebounds per game, which ranks 40th in the NCAA. The Golden Eagles rank 172nd in rebounds allowed per game (35.7).
  • Georgetown ranks 31st in assists per game (15.1) while Marquette ranks 151st in assists allowed per game (12.9).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Hoyas have scored an average of 70.2 points per game (5.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 72.6 points per game (0.3 below their season average).
  • The Golden Eagles’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.4, down from 6.7 for the season.