Connecticut Huskies vs Marquette Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 2/1/25
Looking to win big? The Huskies and Golden Eagles face off at 8:00 ET on FOX. The Golden Eagles are hosting the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The over/under for this Big East conference contest is set at 146.5 points, with Marquette being favored by -6.5 at home against Connecticut.
CONNECTICUT HUSKIES VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK
The Pick: Connecticut Huskies +6.5
This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 8:00 ET on Saturday, February 1st.
WHY BET THE CONNECTICUT HUSKIES:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-71 in favor of the Golden Eagles.
- Even though we have Marquette winning straight-up, we like Connecticut at +6.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 146.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.
Can the Huskies Lock in a Win at Milwaukee?
Connecticut Huskies Recent Game/Games
Connecticut improved to 15-6 on the season with a 72-61 win over DePaul on Wednesday. The Huskies, who were -14 point favorites, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points of 133 fell short of the 140.5 O/U line.
After trailing 37-29 at halftime, UConn turned things around in the second half, outscoring DePaul 43-24 to secure the win.
Connecticut’s offense put up 72 points in their last game, shooting 43.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50.9%. They connected on 31.8% of their three-point attempts, going 7-for-22, and hit 51.5% of their shots inside the arc, finishing 17-for-33 on two-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Huskies were efficient, making 81% of their shots, going 17-for-21.
Layden Blocker and Tarris Reed Jr. both shot 75% from the field, with Reed adding 6 rebounds and Blocker contributing 5. Jaylin Stewart was nearly perfect, hitting 6 of 7 shots, including 3 of 4 from beyond the arc. Solo Ball added 16 points, shooting 40% from three, while CJ Gunn struggled, making just 5 of 16 shots overall and 3 of 10 from deep.
Connecticut’s defense held their opponent to 61 points, despite allowing them to shoot 43% from the field. The Huskies gave up 17 two-point baskets on 33 attempts, which translates to a 51% shooting percentage inside the arc.
From three-point range, Connecticut’s opponent shot 31%, making 7 of their 22 attempts. The Huskies also sent them to the free-throw line 21 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 81%. Connecticut allowed 8 offensive rebounds in the game.
Can the Golden Eagles Hold Strong at Home?
Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games
Marquette improved to 18-3 on the season with a 78-69 road win over Butler on Tuesday. Entering the game as -8.5 favorites, the Golden Eagles covered the spread. The total points for the game were 147, just under the O/U line of 147.5.
After trailing 42-35 at halftime, Marquette turned things around in the 2nd half, scoring 43 points while holding Butler to 27. This strong defensive effort was key to their comeback and eventual win.
Marquette’s offense put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 50.8% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.4%, with 59% shooting on two-pointers (23/39) and 36.4% from three-point range (8/22). They also hit 72.7% of their free throws, going 8/11 from the line.
Stevie Mitchell was a standout, shooting 64.3% overall (9/14) and 66.7% from deep (2/3), finishing with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Jahmyl Telfort led the team with 24 points and added 5 assists, despite shooting just 20% from three (1/5).
Marquette’s defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 40% from the field on 24 of 59 attempts. They allowed 18 two-point field goals on 37 shots, a 48% conversion rate.
From beyond the arc, Marquette held the other team to 6 made threes on 22 attempts, a 27% shooting performance. The opponent also went to the line 18 times, making 15 free throws for 83%. Marquette gave up 12 offensive rebounds.