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Georgetown Hoyas vs Saint Peter’s Peacocks Betting Preview
Georgetown Hoyas (6-3) host the Saint Peter’s Peacocks (4-4) on Saturday afternoon at McDonough Arena. Georgetown looks to rebound from a tough stretch, while Saint Peter’s aims to continue its strong conference form.
Line Movement and Odds
- Georgetown Hoyas Spread: -11.5
- Saint Peter’s Peacocks Spread: +11.5
- Georgetown Hoyas MoneyLine: -650
- Saint Peter’s Peacocks MoneyLine: +475
- Total: 137.5
Georgetown opened as a double-digit favorite, reflecting their stronger roster and home-court advantage, even in the smaller McDonough Arena setting. Saint Peter’s efficient free-throw shooting and backcourt scoring have kept bettors interested in the underdog. The total of 137.5 points suggests expectations for a moderately paced contest, with Georgetown’s shooting struggles and Saint Peter’s defensive focus shaping projections. See updated numbers and market shifts on the College Basketball Odds page.
Matchup Breakdown
Georgetown Hoyas Outlook
The Hoyas fell 81-61 to North Carolina but saw Baylor transfer Langston Love emerge with 10 points. Georgetown has struggled from deep, ranking last in the Big East in three-point shooting (29.4%). Coach Ed Cooley emphasized focus and improvement, noting the team cannot overlook any opponent. RJ Godfrey and Jayden Epps remain key contributors, while the Hoyas’ defense must tighten up after allowing 16 offensive rebounds to BYU earlier in the week.
Saint Peter’s Peacocks Outlook
The Peacocks are 2-0 in MAAC play, led by Brent Bland (15.8 ppg) and TJ Robinson (12.5 ppg). Saint Peter’s ranks third nationally in free-throw percentage (81.1%), a critical strength in close games. Coach Bashir Mason’s squad has shown resilience, though they have not beaten a power-conference team since their 2022 NCAA Tournament run. Balanced backcourt play and defensive intensity give them a chance to challenge Georgetown.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Georgetown’s ability to rediscover perimeter shooting versus Saint Peter’s backcourt efficiency is the focal battle. The Hoyas must capitalize on their size and rebounding, while the Peacocks rely on Bland and Robinson to generate offense and keep the game close.
Injuries / Availability
Georgetown: Full roster available.
Saint Peter’s: Full roster available.
Betting Trends
- Georgetown has lost three of its last four games.
- Saint Peter’s is 2-0 in MAAC play.
- The Hoyas are 5-0 when scoring 70+ points.
- The Peacocks rank 3rd nationally in free-throw percentage (81.1%).
Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Georgetown 72, Saint Peter’s 63
- Pick: Saint Peter’s +11.5. The Peacocks’ free-throw efficiency and backcourt scoring give them value to cover.
- Total: Under 137.5. Georgetown’s shooting struggles and Saint Peter’s pace point to a lower-scoring contest.
Expect Georgetown to secure a bounce-back win at home, but Saint Peter’s efficiency should keep the margin closer than expected.
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