Georgetown Hoyas Defeat DePaul Blue Demons 63-56
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:15 PM ET · Madison Square Garden
Georgetown Hoyas 63, DePaul Blue Demons 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Georgetown Hoyas vs DePaul Blue Demons?
Georgetown Hoyas beat DePaul Blue Demons 63-56 at Madison Square Garden on March 11, 2026.
Who was favored in Georgetown Hoyas vs DePaul Blue Demons?
Georgetown Hoyas were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup at Madison Square Garden, the Georgetown Hoyas emerged victorious against the DePaul Blue Demons with a final score of 63-56. This victory marks a significant moment for Georgetown, as they have now won five of their last six encounters against DePaul, solidifying their dominance in this rivalry. The Hoyas' recent form has shown improvement, as they entered this game with a record of 15-17, while DePaul struggled with a 16-16 record.
Georgetown's recent performance has been characterized by a mixed bag of results, with their last ten games yielding a record of 3-7. However, they managed to break a losing streak with a win against the Providence Friars just days before this game, scoring 80 points in that contest. The Hoyas averaged 73 points scored and allowed 75.3 points in their last ten games, indicating a high-scoring style but also defensive vulnerabilities.
On the other hand, DePaul entered the game having lost their last two matches, including a disappointing 71-81 defeat to the Butler Bulldogs and a 57-76 loss to the Villanova Wildcats. The Blue Demons averaged 66.5 points scored and allowed 70.4 points in their last ten games, reflecting their struggles on both ends of the court. Their home record was particularly concerning, as they had only won 1 of their last 5 games at home, while Georgetown had a slightly better away record of 1-4.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, Georgetown had the upper hand, winning four of the last five meetings. The most recent encounter before this game took place on January 29, 2026, where Georgetown defeated DePaul 70-61. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup, as DePaul sought to reverse their fortunes against their rivals.
Injuries played a role in the game, but the block does not specify which players were affected. However, both teams were looking to field their best lineups to secure a crucial win. The betting market reflected a tight contest, with DraftKings setting the odds with Georgetown favored by 1.5 points. The total points over/under was set at 136.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
The conditions at Madison Square Garden were ideal for basketball, providing a neutral site atmosphere that allowed both teams to showcase their skills. Fans were treated to an exciting game, with Georgetown ultimately managing to hold off DePaul's late attempts to mount a comeback.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed key moments that defined the outcome. Kruz McClure, Malik Mack, and Vince Iwuchukwu contributed crucial free throws in the second half, helping Georgetown maintain their lead. Théo Pierre-Justin's timely three-pointer brought DePaul within striking distance, but it was not enough to overcome the Hoyas' lead.
In summary, Georgetown's victory over DePaul not only adds to their recent success against their rivals but also highlights the challenges DePaul faces as they look to improve their form heading into the final stretch of the season. With both teams having fluctuated in performance, this game served as a pivotal moment for Georgetown, while DePaul must regroup and address their shortcomings moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GTWN -1.5 | 136.5 o -110 / u -110 | Georgetown Hoyas -115 · DePaul Blue Demons -105 |
Leaders
- PointsLayden Blocker16DePaul Blue Demons
- AssistsLayden Blocker7DePaul Blue Demons
- ReboundsNJ Benson7DePaul Blue Demons
- PointsVince Iwuchukwu17Georgetown Hoyas
- AssistsMalik Mack4Georgetown Hoyas
- ReboundsVince Iwuchukwu14Georgetown Hoyas
Recent form
DePaul Blue Demons
Last 10: 4-6Streak L266.5 scored · 70.4 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L71-81vs Butler BulldogsMar 7
- L57-76vs Villanova WildcatsMar 5
- W62-51at Marquette Golden EaglesMar 1
- W72-71at Creighton BluejaysFeb 26
- L68-71vs Providence FriarsFeb 22
- W69-57at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 19
- W72-71vs Creighton BluejaysFeb 12
- L72-90at Providence FriarsFeb 7
- L56-68vs St. John's Red StormFeb 4
- L66-68at Xavier MusketeersJan 31
Georgetown Hoyas
Last 10: 3-7Streak W173 scored · 75.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- W80-79vs Providence FriarsMar 8
- L69-72at St. John's Red StormMar 4
- L84-91at Xavier MusketeersFeb 28
- L60-76vs Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 25
- L47-51at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 21
- L89-93vs Butler BulldogsFeb 18
- L75-79at UConn HuskiesFeb 15
- L73-80vs Villanova WildcatsFeb 7
- W76-68vs Creighton BluejaysFeb 5
- W77-64at Butler BulldogsJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Georgetown Hoyas | DePaul Blue Demons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-56 | 20-58 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 3-14 | 9-21 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 43 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 7-11 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 21 |
| Assists | 11 | 11 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 20 |
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 45 | 50 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half29-28Brandon Maclin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-28Malik Mack makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-28Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-28Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-28Vince Iwuchukwu makes layup
- 2nd Half35-30NJ Benson makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half36-30Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-30Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-32Layden Blocker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-32Malik Mack makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half40-32Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-32Caleb Williams makes layup (Julius Halaifonua assists)
- 2nd Half42-34NJ Benson makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half44-34Julius Halaifonua makes 1-foot dunk (Malik Mack assists)
- 2nd Half44-36NJ Benson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk
- 2nd Half44-39Kruz McClure makes 22-foot three point jumper (Layden Blocker assists)
- 2nd Half44-42Kruz McClure makes 24-foot three point jumper (Layden Blocker assists)
- 2nd Half46-42Jeremiah Williams makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-42Malik Mack makes layup
- 2nd Half48-45RJ Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Layden Blocker assists)
- 2nd Half51-45Vince Iwuchukwu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Malik Mack assists)
- 2nd Half53-45Vince Iwuchukwu makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half53-47CJ Gunn makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot (Brandon Maclin assists)
- 2nd Half54-47Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-47Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-48Layden Blocker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-49Layden Blocker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-49Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-49Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-49Malik Mack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-49Malik Mack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-50Kruz McClure makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half59-51Kruz McClure makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half59-52Kruz McClure makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half60-52Malik Mack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-52Malik Mack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Brandon Maclin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-53Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-53Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-56Théo Pierre-Justin makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
Win probability
Above the line favours DePaul Blue Demons, below favours Georgetown Hoyas.
Venue
- Madison Square GardenNew York, NY
- Attendance19812
- OfficialsPat Driscoll, Tim Clougherty, Evon Burroughs
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