NCAAB · Final

Villanova Defeats Providence 87-73 at Home

Friday, January 30, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Finneran Pavilion

Villanova Wildcats 87, Providence Friars 73, 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 Villanova Wildcats?

Villanova Wildcats beat Providence Friars 87-73 at Finneran Pavilion on January 30, 2026.

Who was favored in Providence Friars vs Villanova Wildcats?

Villanova Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -425 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at Finneran Pavilion, the Villanova Wildcats secured a solid victory over the Providence Friars, finishing the game with a score of 87-73. This win further establishes Villanova's strong home record of 16-5, while Providence falls to 9-13 for the season. Villanova's recent form has been notable, as they have won 7 of their last 10 games, although they entered this contest on a one-game losing streak after falling to UConn. The Wildcats averaged 74.4 points scored and allowed 69.8 points in their last 10 games, showcasing their offensive capabilities alongside a relatively solid defense.

In contrast, Providence has struggled considerably, with only 2 wins in their last 10 games and currently on a three-game losing streak. They have averaged a high 87.4 points scored but have also allowed 90.5 points per game during this stretch, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent performance has not been favorable, particularly in away games, where they have a record of 1-4 in their last five outings.

The two teams have faced each other three times recently, with Villanova holding a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head matchups. In their most recent encounter on January 13, 2026, Villanova triumphed over Providence with a close score of 88-82. Earlier in the 2025 season, Providence managed to defeat Villanova 75-62, showcasing the competitive nature of this rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players affected, so both teams appeared to be at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Villanova favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 157.5 points. The moneyline odds were -425 for Villanova and +330 for Providence, reflecting the expectations of a Villanova victory.

The conditions in Finneran Pavilion were conducive to a high-scoring game, and both teams were looking to capitalize on their offensive strengths. Villanova ultimately demonstrated their ability to control the game, especially in the second half, where they maintained a lead and executed crucial scoring plays. Key moments included free throws from Tyler Perkins and a significant three-pointer from Stefan Vaaks, which helped Villanova extend their lead.

As the game progressed, Villanova's ability to convert free throws and make critical layups proved decisive. The Wildcats were able to maintain their composure and effectively manage the game clock, ensuring that they secured the win without significant threats from Providence in the closing moments. The final score of 87-73 reflects a solid performance from Villanova, who will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VILL -8.5	157.5 o -105 / u -115	Providence Friars +330 · Villanova Wildcats -425

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Leaders

PointsDevin Askew20Villanova Wildcats
AssistsAcaden Lewis8Villanova Wildcats
ReboundsDuke Brennan8Villanova Wildcats
PointsStefan Vaaks25Providence Friars
AssistsStefan Vaaks4Providence Friars
ReboundsOswin Erhunmwunse12Providence Friars

Recent form

Villanova Wildcats

Last 10: 7-3Streak L174.4 scored · 69.8 allowed per game3-2 at home

L67-75at UConn HuskiesJan 24
W66-51vs Georgetown HoyasJan 22
L79-86vs St. John's Red StormJan 18
W88-82at Providence FriarsJan 13
W76-73at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 10
L72-76vs Creighton BluejaysJan 8
W85-67at Butler BulldogsJan 3
W71-66vs DePaul Blue DemonsDec 31
W64-56at Seton Hall PiratesDec 24
W76-66vs Wisconsin BadgersDec 20

Providence Friars

Last 10: 2-8Streak L387.4 scored · 90.5 allowed per game1-4 away

L81-87at UConn HuskiesJan 28
L78-81vs Georgetown HoyasJan 24
L104-105at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 19
W93-88vs Creighton BluejaysJan 16
L82-88vs Villanova WildcatsJan 13
L84-97at Xavier MusketeersJan 10
L98-103vs UConn HuskiesJan 8
W77-71at St. John's Red StormJan 3
L67-72vs Seton Hall PiratesDec 19
L110-113at Butler BulldogsDec 13

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	Villanova Wildcats
Field goals	28-58	30-59
Field goal %	48	51
Three-pointers	8-23	13-29
Three-point %	35	45
Free throws	9-14	14-22
Free throw %	64	64
Rebounds	40	26
Offensive rebounds	11	5
Defensive rebounds	29	21
Assists	9	18
Steals	1	9
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	14	5
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	19
Fast-break points	2	20
Points in the paint	32	26
Fouls	19	14
Largest lead	4	21
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	5	88

How the scoring went

2nd Half39-47Stefan Vaaks makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half39-48Duke Brennan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-49Duke Brennan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half40-49Ryan Mela makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-49Ryan Mela makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-49Jamier Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-49Jamier Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-51Tyler Perkins makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half43-52Tyler Perkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-54Acaden Lewis makes driving layup
2nd Half46-54Duncan Powell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Stefan Vaaks assists)
2nd Half46-57Tyler Perkins makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half48-57Oswin Erhunmwunse makes 7-foot hook shot (Jamier Jones assists)
2nd Half48-59Braden Pierce makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Acaden Lewis assists)
2nd Half51-59Stefan Vaaks makes 25-foot three pointer
2nd Half51-62Tyler Perkins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Acaden Lewis assists)
2nd Half51-64Acaden Lewis makes driving layup
2nd Half52-64Nilavan Daniels makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-67Bryce Lindsay makes 28-foot three point jumper (Acaden Lewis assists)
2nd Half52-70Devin Askew makes 28-foot three pointer
2nd Half52-72Acaden Lewis makes driving layup
2nd Half54-72Ryan Mela makes driving layup
2nd Half54-74Duke Brennan makes 4-foot floating jump shot (Bryce Lindsay assists)
2nd Half56-74Ryan Mela makes driving layup
2nd Half56-77Matt Hodge makes 27-foot three point jumper (Acaden Lewis assists)
2nd Half58-77Jaylin Sellers makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half60-77Jaylin Sellers makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Stefan Vaaks assists)
2nd Half60-79Duke Brennan makes driving layup (Devin Askew assists)
2nd Half62-79Ryan Mela makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half62-81Malachi Palmer makes driving layup
2nd Half64-81Ryan Mela makes driving layup
2nd Half66-81Jaylin Sellers makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half66-82Tyler Perkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-82Stefan Vaaks makes driving layup
2nd Half68-83Bryce Lindsay makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-83Stefan Vaaks makes 30-foot three pointer
2nd Half71-84Tyler Perkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-85Tyler Perkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-87Matt Hodge makes layup (Devin Askew assists)
2nd Half73-87Jaylin Sellers makes driving layup