Xavier Musketeers Defeat Providence Friars 97-84
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Cintas Center
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Who won Providence Friars vs Xavier Musketeers?
Xavier Musketeers beat Providence Friars 97-84 at Cintas Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Providence Friars vs Xavier Musketeers?
Providence Friars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
The Xavier Musketeers secured a decisive victory against the Providence Friars, winning 97-84 in a game held at the Cintas Center on January 10, 2026. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the continuation of Xavier's dominance over Providence, having won all three previous encounters in the 2025 season. The Musketeers improved their home record to 11-7, while the Friars fell to 8-9.
In terms of recent form, Xavier entered the game with a record of 6-4 over their last ten outings, though they were on a three-game losing streak prior to this match. Their scoring average during this stretch was 76.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 75.7 points. In contrast, Providence had a more balanced record of 5-5 in their last ten games, averaging 86.0 points scored and 83.2 points allowed. However, they were coming off a loss, which added pressure to their performance.
Xavier's home performance has been solid, with a home record of 6-2 in their last eight games. The Musketeers had previously shown resilience at home, with their last five games averaging 69.2 points scored and 83.4 points allowed. Meanwhile, Providence's away record stood at 2-4 in their last six games, reflecting a struggle to secure wins outside their home venue.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, Xavier had previously defeated Providence twice in the 2025 season, with scores of 76-68 and 91-82. This historical advantage likely played a role in the confidence displayed by the Musketeers throughout the game.
Injury reports showed that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their strongest lineups. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Providence as slight favorites with a spread of 1.5 points, reflecting a competitive matchup expected by analysts. The total points line was set at 165.5, indicating an anticipated high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were favorable, with a vibrant atmosphere at the Cintas Center, contributing to the home team's performance. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess, particularly from Xavier, who showcased their ability to score efficiently. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Filip Borovicanin and Jaylin Sellers made significant contributions to the Musketeers' lead. Sellers notably hit a 24-foot three-point jumper and made crucial free throws that helped maintain the momentum for Xavier.
Overall, this victory not only highlighted Xavier's strength at home but also added to their psychological edge over Providence in their recent encounters. The Musketeers will look to build on this momentum, while the Friars will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PROV -1.5 | 165.5 o -112 / u -108 | Providence Friars -118 · Xavier Musketeers -102 |
Leaders
- PointsMalik Messina-Moore23Xavier Musketeers
- AssistsFilip Borovicanin6Xavier Musketeers
- ReboundsFilip Borovicanin10Xavier Musketeers
- PointsStefan Vaaks21Providence Friars
- AssistsCorey Floyd Jr.5Providence Friars
- ReboundsRyan Mela7Providence Friars
Recent form
Xavier Musketeers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L376.2 scored · 75.7 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L65-66at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 8
- L77-86at DePaul Blue DemonsJan 3
- L67-90vs UConn HuskiesDec 31
- W80-77at Georgetown HoyasDec 21
- L57-98vs Creighton BluejaysDec 17
- W75-57vs Missouri State BearsDec 13
- W79-74vs Cincinnati BearcatsDec 6
- W96-74vs Saint Francis Red WolvesDec 2
- W88-67vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersNov 28
- W78-68vs West Virginia MountaineersNov 23
Providence Friars
Last 10: 5-5Streak L186 scored · 83.2 allowed per game2-3 away
- L98-103vs UConn HuskiesJan 8
- W77-71at St. John's Red StormJan 3
- L67-72vs Seton Hall PiratesDec 19
- L110-113at Butler BulldogsDec 13
- W86-79vs Brown BearsDec 10
- W90-71vs Rhode Island RamsDec 6
- W94-64vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsDec 3
- L78-90at Florida GatorsNov 28
- L83-104at Wisconsin BadgersNov 27
- W77-65at Penn State Nittany LionsNov 22
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 | Xavier Musketeers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-69 | 37-75 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-32 | 12-30 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 40 |
| Free throws | 14-21 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 32 |
| Assists | 20 | 23 |
| Steals | 1 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 30 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 44 |
| Fouls | 16 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-62Ryan Mela makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half48-62Jason Edwards makes layup
- 2nd Half48-64Tre Carroll makes layup (Filip Borovicanin assists)
- 2nd Half50-64Ryan Mela makes driving layup (Jaylin Sellers assists)
- 2nd Half50-66Malik Messina-Moore makes layup
- 2nd Half50-68Roddie Anderson III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-68Cole Hargrove makes layup (Jaylin Sellers assists)
- 2nd Half54-68Cole Hargrove makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half54-70Jovan Milicevic makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-71Malik Messina-Moore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-73Roddie Anderson III makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half56-73Cole Hargrove makes layup (Ryan Mela assists)
- 2nd Half56-75Tre Carroll makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-75Jason Edwards makes layup (Corey Floyd Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half58-77Tre Carroll makes layup (Roddie Anderson III assists)
- 2nd Half60-77Jaylin Sellers makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half60-79Roddie Anderson III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-79Stefan Vaaks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-79Stefan Vaaks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-79Stefan Vaaks makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-81Roddie Anderson III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-81Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-81Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-84Malik Messina-Moore makes 27-foot three point jumper (Filip Borovicanin assists)
- 2nd Half68-84Stefan Vaaks makes driving layup (Corey Floyd Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half68-86Tre Carroll makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-89Malik Messina-Moore makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jovan Milicevic assists)
- 2nd Half69-89Corey Floyd Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-89Corey Floyd Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-91Tre Carroll makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half72-91Corey Floyd Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-91Stefan Vaaks makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-93Filip Borovicanin makes layup
- 2nd Half77-93Jaylin Sellers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Mela assists)
- 2nd Half78-93Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-95Filip Borovicanin makes layup (Tre Carroll assists)
- 2nd Half81-95Jason Edwards makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nilavan Daniels assists)
- 2nd Half81-96Roddie Anderson III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-97Roddie Anderson III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-97Stefan Vaaks makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jason Edwards assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Xavier Musketeers, below favours Providence Friars.
Venue
- Cintas CenterCincinnati, OH
- Attendance9693
- OfficialsJohn Gaffney, Evon Burroughs, Greg Evans
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