Match Analysis: Providence Friars vs Butler Bulldogs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: March 12, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM UTC
- Location: Madison Square Garden
Game Overview
The Butler Bulldogs face the Providence Friars in a BIG EAST Tournament matchup. Butler holds a slight edge in the odds, but Providence has a strong historical record against Butler.
Key Factors to Consider
- Butler has struggled with consistency, while Providence has shown resilience despite injuries. Butler's offense is slightly more efficient, but Providence has a strong defensive presence.
- Providence leads the all-time series 20-7 and has a 3-0 record against Butler in the BIG EAST Tournament. However, Butler won their last meeting 82-81.
- Providence is dealing with significant injuries, including season-ending injuries to Jabri Abdur-Rahim and Bryce Hopkins. Butler's Augusto Cassia is also out.
- The neutral site at Madison Square Garden could affect both teams' performances, but Providence has struggled in neutral site games this season.
- Both teams are highly motivated to advance in the tournament, but Providence's historical success against Butler might give them an edge in confidence.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Butler: -125, Providence: +105 | Butler | β β β ββ 55% |
Spread | Butler: -1.5 -110, Providence: +1.5 -110 | Butler | β β β ββ 52% |
Over_under | Over: 149.5 -108, Under: 149.5 -112 | Over | β β β ββ 58% |
Predicted Outcome
Butler is favored slightly, but Providence's historical dominance and recent performances suggest a competitive game.
Predicted Score: Butler 76, Providence 74