Providence Friars Face Georgetown Hoyas in High-Stakes Big East Showdown

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Providence Friars and Georgetown Hoyas will clash in a pivotal Big East matchup at 12:30 p.m. ET on Saturday at Amica Mutual Pavilion. The Friars, holding a 9-10 record, aim to extend their dominance over the Hoyas, who stand at 13-6. Providence has won nine of their last 10 meetings against Georgetown, including a decisive 74-56 victory in March 2024.

Providence enters the game seeking redemption after a narrow 75-73 loss to Villanova last Friday. Despite the defeat, standout performances from Bensley Joseph, who scored 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds, and Corey Floyd Jr., who added 18 points, provided a silver lining. The Friars have struggled recently, losing three consecutive games to Villanova.

Georgetown, on the other hand, snapped a four-game losing streak with a dramatic 64-63 win over Villanova on Monday. Micah Peavy‘s last-second layup sealed the victory, capping a remarkable comeback from a 13-point deficit in the second half. Peavy delivered a career-high 24 points, including six three-pointers, while Jayden Epps contributed 15 points.

Rebounding could prove decisive in Saturday’s contest. Providence averages 39 rebounds per game, slightly edging Georgetown’s 37.2. Both teams will look to capitalize on second-chance opportunities to gain an edge.

Providence is favored by 1.5 points, with the over/under set at 139 points. The Friars’ recent struggles and Georgetown’s newfound momentum set the stage for a tightly contested battle. Fans can expect a thrilling game as both teams vie for a crucial conference win.