Georgetown vs UConn Odds, Picks and Predictions: Hoyas Can't Hang With the Huskies

Pup a chair because we have a good Big East clash on tap when the Georgetown Hoyas meet the No. 4 ranked UConn Huskies on Sunday.

Georgetown comes into this matchup with a 1-4 record in conference play, and the college basketball odds reflect this, with UConn listed as a huge favorite when the two hit the hardwood at noon Eastern.

Join me as I dish out my free college basketball picks and predictions for Georgetown vs. UConn on January 14.

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Georgetown vs UConn picks and predictions

UConn has played two tough conference road games and now returns home to face a Georgetown program that’s dropped four of its last five.

This is a typical Dan Hurley-coached UConn program; they play at a snail's pace, and their ball movement, spacing, and ability to defend at a high level are staples under Hurley.

The amazing part for UConn recently is its play without center Donovan Klingan. He hurt his ankle, missed the past four games, and is out for Sunday. He’s typically their leading rebounder, averaging 13.9 points per game, and is a solid defender with two blocks per game.

Meanwhile, Georgetown is 0-7 against KenPom's Top 100. The Hoyas rely too heavily on the triple, and when those shots don’t fall, they get blown off the floor. 

According to ShotQualityBets, the Huskies are one of the best in the college game at limiting the triple. UConn excels at pushing shooters off the three-point line and is elite at switching, particularly with its length on the wings. The Huskies are also great at disrupting shooters and causing chaos, boasting an impressive average of 14.6 points from turnovers.

UConn is better at every facet of the game and plays mistake-free basketball, while Georgetown is too impatient an offense, and its turnstile defense won’t be able to make up the difference.

Look for a methodical beating from the Huskies on Sunday.

My best bet: UConn -20.5 (-110 at DraftKings)

Georgetown vs UConn same-game parlay

UConn -20.5

Over 145.5

+246 at DraftKings

Laying nearly 21 points is never a fun move, but what choice do we have? Georgetown might be 2-1-0 against the spread as the away team, but the Hoyas' offense has not been nearly consistent enough. 

The Hoyas rely too heavily on the triple, and even if they do have a big day from downtown, they don’t stop anyone. UConn is one of the best offensive teams nationally and could score 90+ on them in this one.

Meanwhile, Georgetown remains a strong offensive-rebounding team and could get second-chance scoring opportunities to help this one cash the full game Over. 

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Georgetown vs UConn spread and Over/Under analysis

UConn bettors won’t likely get a better number than -20.5, and I don’t expect that line to remain on the board much longer. The Hoyas offense is too inconsistent to trust, and UConn may want to empty its bench considering the daunting schedule that looms.

When it comes to the total, Over 145.5 is the best number that we will likely get considering KenPom is logging this one at 147. Under bettors might be best served to wait and see how the number moves. 

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The Hoyas are 0-5 ATS in their last five games following a straight-up loss. Find more college basketball betting trends for Georgetown vs. UConn.

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