NCAAB · Final

Georgetown Defeats Villanova in Upset Victory

Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden

Georgetown Hoyas 78, Villanova Wildcats 64, 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 Villanova Wildcats?

Georgetown Hoyas beat Villanova Wildcats 78-64 at Madison Square Garden on March 12, 2026.

Who was favored in Georgetown Hoyas vs Villanova Wildcats?

Villanova Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.

In a surprising turn of events at Madison Square Garden, the Georgetown Hoyas triumphed over the Villanova Wildcats with a final score of 78-64. This result marks a significant upset in the NCAAB landscape, especially given Villanova's strong season record of 24-8 compared to Georgetown's 16-17. The game showcased Georgetown's resilience as they extended their winning streak to two games, while Villanova's recent form took a hit after their previous two-game winning streak.

Georgetown's performance in this matchup was bolstered by their recent form, where they had recorded a 3-7 record in their last ten games prior to this contest. Their average scoring during this stretch was 71.6 points per game, with an average of 74.5 points allowed. In stark contrast, Villanova had been performing well, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games, averaging 77.0 points scored and allowing 73.5 points. The Wildcats had recently secured victories against teams like the Xavier Musketeers and DePaul Blue Demons, but they struggled to maintain their momentum against the Hoyas.

The game was particularly noteworthy as it was held at a neutral venue, Madison Square Garden, which often serves as a stage for high-stakes college basketball. The conditions were set for an exciting matchup, and the Hoyas capitalized on their opportunity. The odds from DraftKings had Villanova favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 140.5, indicating expectations for a competitive game. However, Georgetown's performance defied these expectations, demonstrating their capability to compete at a high level despite their overall record.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, this game was the fourth meeting between the two teams in the last two seasons, with both teams having won two games each in that span. Earlier in the season, on February 7, 2026, Villanova had defeated Georgetown 80-73, but the Hoyas flipped the script in this latest encounter. The previous meetings included close contests, highlighting the rivalry between the two programs.

Injuries did not appear to play a significant role in this game, as both teams fielded their regular lineups. However, the Hoyas' ability to execute their game plan effectively was evident, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away from Villanova. Key scoring plays included a driving layup by Caleb Williams and a three-point shot that helped Georgetown maintain their lead.

As the game progressed, Villanova struggled to keep pace with Georgetown's scoring, especially in the second half. The Hoyas' ability to capitalize on their opportunities and convert crucial plays ultimately secured their victory. This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on any given day, regardless of their records or previous performances.

With this victory, Georgetown not only improves their standing but also builds momentum heading into the later stages of the season, while Villanova will need to reassess their strategy and performance as they look to rebound from this disappointing result.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VILL -7.5	140.5 o -115 / u -105	Georgetown Hoyas +260 · Villanova Wildcats -325

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Leaders

PointsDuke Brennan14Villanova Wildcats
AssistsDuke Brennan3Villanova Wildcats
ReboundsDuke Brennan6Villanova Wildcats
PointsJulius Halaifonua21Georgetown Hoyas
AssistsJeremiah Williams6Georgetown Hoyas
ReboundsJulius Halaifonua10Georgetown Hoyas

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Villanova Wildcats

Last 10: 8-2Streak W277 scored · 73.5 allowed per game4-1 at home

W91-78vs Xavier MusketeersMar 7
W76-57at DePaul Blue DemonsMar 5
L57-89at St. John's Red StormMar 1
W82-73vs Butler BulldogsFeb 26
L63-73vs UConn HuskiesFeb 21
W92-89at Xavier MusketeersFeb 17
W80-69at Creighton BluejaysFeb 14
W77-74vs Marquette Golden EaglesFeb 11
W80-73at Georgetown HoyasFeb 7
W72-60vs Seton Hall PiratesFeb 4

Georgetown Hoyas

Last 10: 3-7Streak W271.6 scored · 74.5 allowed per game1-4 away

W63-56at DePaul Blue DemonsMar 12
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

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	Villanova Wildcats
Field goals	30-59	23-61
Field goal %	51	38
Three-pointers	8-20	7-29
Three-point %	40	24
Free throws	10-15	11-14
Free throw %	67	79
Rebounds	45	25
Offensive rebounds	15	9
Defensive rebounds	30	16
Assists	15	15
Steals	3	7
Blocks	1	1
Turnovers	14	5
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	1
Points off turnovers	5	18
Fast-break points	10	8
Points in the paint	36	20
Fouls	12	14
Largest lead	16	9
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	64	29

How the scoring went

2nd Half39-34Julius Halaifonua makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half41-34Isaiah Abraham makes driving layup
2nd Half41-35Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-36Duke Brennan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-36Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-37Chris Jeffrey makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-38Chris Jeffrey makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-38Jeremiah Williams makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half44-40Devin Askew makes 14-foot jumper (Duke Brennan assists)
2nd Half44-42Tyler Perkins makes layup
2nd Half47-42Malik Mack makes 25-foot three pointer
2nd Half47-45Tyler Perkins makes 25-foot three pointer
2nd Half47-46Tyler Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-46Jeremiah Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half51-46Jayden Fort makes 1-foot dunk (Julius Halaifonua assists)
2nd Half51-49Devin Askew makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half52-49Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-49Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-49Jeremiah Williams makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half56-49Jayden Fort makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-51Malachi Palmer makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half58-51Kayvaun Mulready makes driving layup
2nd Half60-51Julius Halaifonua makes driving layup (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half61-51Julius Halaifonua makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half61-53Tyler Perkins makes driving layup
2nd Half64-53Kayvaun Mulready makes 24-foot three point jumper (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half67-53Kayvaun Mulready makes 23-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
2nd Half67-55Duke Brennan makes layup (Tyler Perkins assists)
2nd Half69-55Kayvaun Mulready makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half69-57Duke Brennan makes driving layup (Chris Jeffrey assists)
2nd Half69-58Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-58Jeremiah Williams makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half73-58Jeremiah Williams makes layup (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half73-59Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-60Duke Brennan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-60Caleb Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half75-61Chris Jeffrey makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-62Chris Jeffrey makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-62Caleb Williams makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half78-64Braden Pierce makes 18-foot floating jump shot (Chris Jeffrey assists)