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Georgetown vs Morgan State Week 1 Betting Preview
The Georgetown Hoyas open their season Monday night against the Morgan State Bears at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET.
Coach Ed Cooley brought optimism back to Georgetown after finishing 18-16 last season — the program’s first winning record since 2019. Now in Year 3, Cooley’s goal is an NCAA Tournament return, something the Hoyas haven’t achieved since their 2021 Big East run.
Morgan State, led by former Georgetown assistant Kevin Broadus, went 14-18 last season and was picked fourth in the MEAC preseason poll. The Bears will lean on newcomer Walter Peggs Jr., who averaged 30 points per game last year at Division II Spring Hill College.
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Line Movement and Odds
The Hoyas opened around –23.5 and have climbed to –24.5 at most books. The total has held steady near 154.5, while Georgetown remains a heavy moneyline favorite.
Public action leans toward the underdog, but sharp bettors continue to back the Hoyas’ size and experience at home.
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Matchup Breakdown
Georgetown Outlook: Cooley rebuilt with six Power 5 transfers, led by KJ Lewis (Arizona), who earned preseason All-Big East honors. Malik Mack returns after averaging 12.9 points and 4.1 assists, anchoring a backcourt that should push tempo and defend better.
Morgan State Outlook: Broadus’ team can score but struggles defensively. The Bears allowed 80.8 points per game last season and ranked near the bottom nationally in opponent 3-point percentage. They’ll need to slow the pace and protect the ball to stay within the number.
If the Hoyas control the glass and force turnovers, they should cover comfortably. See all matchup stats and past trends on the college basketball picks section
Injuries and Conditions
Georgetown Hoyas
- No major injuries reported entering the opener. Updates available on the Georgetown team page
Morgan State Bears
- Full roster expected. Monitor any late scratches on the Morgan State team page
Weather: Indoor game at Capital One Arena. No weather concerns.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Georgetown has won all 15 previous meetings against Morgan State by double digits, and this roster looks built to make a statement. Expect Cooley’s defense to pressure the Bears into mistakes early.
Projected Score: Georgetown 82, Morgan State 58
Best Bet: Georgetown –24.5
Lean: Under 155
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