Georgetown vs. Providence: Hoyas Look to Break Losing Streak against the Friars

The Georgetown Hoyas are eager for a turnaround as they face the Providence Friars in a crucial Big East Conference matchup. Despite a challenging stretch in their schedule, the Friars have managed to win their previous two games after a four-game losing streak. In their most recent encounter in February 2023, the Friars triumphed over the Hoyas with a convincing 88-68 victory. Hoping to snap their own four-game losing streak, the Hoyas have had a tough time in the conference, winning only one of their last eight games. However, they do have a recent victory over Providence, narrowly defeating them 73-72 in January 2021.

This highly anticipated game will take place at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in Providence, Rhode Island, with tip-off at 12:30 p.m. ET. Georgetown has been averaging 72.6 points per game, just slightly lower than Providence’s 73.7. According to the SportsLine consensus, the Friars are favored by 11.5 points, with the over/under set at 141.5.

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