NCAAB · Final

Georgetown Edges Providence in Thrilling Finish

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena

Georgetown Hoyas 80, Providence Friars 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Providence Friars vs Georgetown Hoyas?

Georgetown Hoyas beat Providence Friars 80-79 at Capital One Arena on March 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Providence Friars vs Georgetown Hoyas?

Georgetown Hoyas were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Georgetown Hoyas narrowly defeated the Providence Friars with a final score of 80-79 at the Capital One Arena. This game was particularly significant as both teams entered the contest with identical records of 14-17, making it a crucial battle for pride and momentum as the season neared its conclusion. The Hoyas' victory not only showcased their resilience but also marked a much-needed win after a challenging stretch of games.

Georgetown's recent form had been concerning, with the team on a seven-game losing streak prior to this win. Over their last ten games, they recorded a 3-7 record, scoring an average of 72.0 points while allowing 73.5. Their last five matches had been particularly rough, with an average of 69.8 points scored and 76.6 points allowed, indicating defensive struggles. At home, Georgetown had a record of 2-3 in their last five games, while their overall home record stood at 14-17.

In contrast, Providence had shown a more balanced performance in their recent outings, finishing their last ten games with a 5-5 record. They averaged 79.0 points scored per game, but also allowed an average of 80.5 points, highlighting their own defensive vulnerabilities. The Friars had a mixed bag of results in their last five games, winning three and losing two, with an average of 73.8 points scored and 77.0 points allowed. Their away record was 2-3 in this stretch, reflecting the challenges they faced on the road.

Historically, the matchup between these two teams had favored Georgetown, who led the head-to-head record 2-1 over the past two seasons. In their most recent meeting earlier in the 2026 season on January 24, Georgetown had secured a victory with a score of 81-78. The previous season also saw Georgetown winning decisively at home, 93-72, while Providence managed to win their first encounter of the 2025 season 78-68.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, indicating that both squads were likely at full strength for this critical game. This aspect is crucial as it allowed both teams to field their best lineups, contributing to the high level of competition witnessed on the court.

The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings setting the spread at Georgetown -1.5, suggesting that the game was expected to be highly competitive. The total points line was set at 158.5, indicating an expectation of a high-scoring affair, which played out as both teams combined for 159 points in the final tally.

The conditions at the Capital One Arena were conducive for an exciting game, with a lively atmosphere that often accompanies matchups of this nature. Fans were treated to a back-and-forth contest that saw multiple lead changes and crucial scoring plays in the final moments.

As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a series of critical scoring plays that highlighted the intensity of the matchup. Notable moments included a layup by Jamier Jones that brought Providence to a 75-70 lead, followed by a series of quick responses from Georgetown. Jeremiah Williams and Kayvaun Mulready made key shots to narrow the gap, while Vince Iwuchukwu's dunk and layup helped Georgetown regain the lead at 78-75. The game culminated in a thrilling finish, with Georgetown holding on to their slim lead despite a late free throw by Jamier Jones that brought Providence within one point.

The Hoyas' victory not only ended their losing streak but also provided a boost of confidence as they head towards the conclusion of the season. For Providence, the close loss was a tough pill to swallow, but they showcased their competitive spirit throughout the game. Overall, this matchup lived up to its billing as a must-watch contest, with both teams demonstrating their capabilities in a high-stakes environment.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	GTWN -1.5	158.5 o -105 / u -115	Providence Friars +100 · Georgetown Hoyas -120

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Leaders

PointsVince Iwuchukwu25Georgetown Hoyas
AssistsKayvaun Mulready7Georgetown Hoyas
ReboundsVince Iwuchukwu10Georgetown Hoyas
PointsJaylin Sellers21Providence Friars
AssistsStefan Vaaks5Providence Friars
ReboundsOswin Erhunmwunse11Providence Friars

Recent form

Georgetown Hoyas

Last 10: 3-7Streak L772 scored · 73.5 allowed per game2-3 at home

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
W70-61vs DePaul Blue DemonsJan 29

Providence Friars

Last 10: 5-5Streak L179 scored · 80.5 allowed per game2-3 away

L56-78vs Marquette Golden EaglesMar 5
W79-76at Creighton BluejaysFeb 28
W94-84vs Xavier MusketeersFeb 26
W71-68at DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 22
L69-79vs St. John's Red StormFeb 14
L80-87at Seton Hall PiratesFeb 12
W90-72vs DePaul Blue DemonsFeb 7
W97-87vs Butler BulldogsFeb 5
L73-87at Villanova WildcatsJan 31
L81-87at UConn HuskiesJan 28

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	Providence Friars	Georgetown Hoyas
Field goals	27-56	31-59
Field goal %	48	53
Three-pointers	13-30	5-15
Three-point %	43	33
Free throws	12-18	13-15
Free throw %	67	87
Rebounds	38	25
Offensive rebounds	14	5
Defensive rebounds	24	20
Assists	13	20
Steals	5	13
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	22	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	29
Fast-break points	16	12
Points in the paint	22	46
Fouls	15	19
Largest lead	7	12
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	47	44

How the scoring went

1st Half32-43Malik Mack makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
1st Half34-43Jaylin Sellers makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half36-43Jaylin Sellers makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half39-43Stefan Vaaks makes 23-foot three point jumper (Oswin Erhunmwunse assists)
2nd Half39-45Julius Halaifonua makes 7-foot hook shot (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half42-45Ryan Mela makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylin Sellers assists)
2nd Half44-45Jaylin Sellers makes driving layup
2nd Half44-47Julius Halaifonua makes layup (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half47-47Jaylin Sellers makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half47-49Kayvaun Mulready makes driving layup
2nd Half50-49Stefan Vaaks makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half52-49Ryan Mela makes driving layup
2nd Half53-49Jamier Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-49Jamier Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-51Kayvaun Mulready makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half54-53Vince Iwuchukwu makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Kayvaun Mulready assists)
2nd Half56-53Ryan Mela makes driving layup
2nd Half56-55Isaiah Abraham makes 0-foot dunk
2nd Half59-55Ryan Mela makes 23-foot three pointer
2nd Half62-55Ryan Mela makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaylin Sellers assists)
2nd Half62-57Jeremiah Williams makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot (Vince Iwuchukwu assists)
2nd Half62-59Vince Iwuchukwu makes 1-foot dunk (Kayvaun Mulready assists)
2nd Half65-59Jaylin Sellers makes 26-foot three point jumper (Stefan Vaaks assists)
2nd Half65-62Vince Iwuchukwu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kayvaun Mulready assists)
2nd Half68-62Jaylin Sellers makes 26-foot three point jumper (Stefan Vaaks assists)
2nd Half68-65Caleb Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half70-65Jamier Jones makes 1-foot dunk (Jaylin Sellers assists)
2nd Half70-68Caleb Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kayvaun Mulready assists)
2nd Half72-68Jamier Jones makes layup (Stefan Vaaks assists)
2nd Half73-68Jamier Jones makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half73-69Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-70Vince Iwuchukwu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-70Jamier Jones makes layup
2nd Half75-72Jeremiah Williams makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half75-74Kayvaun Mulready makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half75-76Vince Iwuchukwu makes 2-foot dunk (Caleb Williams assists)
2nd Half75-78Jeremiah Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half75-80Vince Iwuchukwu makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half78-80Jaylin Sellers makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Mela assists)
2nd Half79-80Jamier Jones makes free throw 1 of 2