BYU Cougars vs Providence Friars Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our BYU vs Providence NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Providence.

BYU vs Providence Prediction

Looking to win big? The Cougars and Friars face off at 8:30 ET on FS1. The Friars are hosting the game at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, RI. BYU is the -5.5 point favorites in this non-conference matchup against Providence. The over/under for the game is set at 142.5 points.

BYU vs. Providence Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NCAAB
  • Teams: BYU Cougars at Providence Friars
  • Where: Providence at Amica Mutual Pavilion
  • Date: Tuesday, December 3rd
  • Betting Odds BYU -5.5, BYU -262 | PROV +194 O/U 142.5

Cougars Preview: Will the Cougars Defense Show Up in Providence?

BYU improved to 5-3 on the season with a 72-61 home win over NC State on Friday, November 29th. The Cougars, who were favored by 5.5 points, covered the spread. The game’s total points of 133 fell short of the 153.5 O/U line.

BYU took control early, leading 38-27 at halftime. Both teams scored 34 points in the 2nd half, allowing BYU to maintain their lead and secure the win.

Cougars Offense Breakdown

BYU put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 42.4% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 26 attempts from deep. Their effective field goal percentage was 50.8%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 12 for 16 at the line.

Offensively, the Cougars grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 17 assists. Michael O'Connell and Jayden Taylor each scored 16 points, with Taylor hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc. Richie Saunders added 13 points, making all 3 of his three-point attempts.

Cougars Team Defense

BYU's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 42% from the field on 25 of 59 attempts. Inside the arc, they gave up 15 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.

From three-point range, BYU allowed 10 made threes on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 38%. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 16 times, where they converted 12 for a 75% success rate. BYU gave up 15 offensive rebounds.

Friars Preview: Do the Friars Stand a Chance at Home?

Providence Friars Recent Game/Games

The Friars dropped to 5-3 on the season after an 89-73 home loss to the Hoosiers on Friday. Providence, who entered the game as +4.5 underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

Providence trailed 44-34 at halftime and couldn't close the gap in the second half, allowing 45 points while scoring 39. The game’s total points hit 162, well over the O/U line of 138.

Friars Offense Breakdown

Providence's offense put up 73 points in their last game, shooting 39.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 46.9%. They hit 33.3% from beyond the arc, connecting on 10 of 30 attempts, and struggled at the free-throw line, making just 61.9% of their shots.

Mackenzie Mgbako led the way with 25 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes, while Jayden Pierre added 22 points and 6 assists, shooting 50% from deep. The Friars also grabbed 17 offensive rebounds and finished with 15 assists as a team.

Friars Team Defense

Despite giving up 89 points, Providence held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field, with 25 made baskets on 64 attempts. Inside the arc, they allowed 15 two-point field goals on 34 attempts, a 44% conversion rate.

From three-point range, Providence's defense saw their opponent hit 10 of 30 attempts, a 33% success rate. They also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 13, shooting 61%. Providence gave up 17 offensive rebounds in the game.

Cougars vs Friars Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Through their last ten road contests, the Cougars offense has averaged 74 points per game while allowing an average of 78. BYU posted an overall record of 3-7 while going 3-6-1 ATS.
  • Across the Friars last ten home games, the team averaged 71 points per game while allowing 71. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 7-3, while going 5-5 straight-up.
  • Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Providence has an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 0-3 straight up.
  • Through their previous three contests as the betting favorite, the Cougars have a strong record of 2-1. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 1-2.

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