- Matchup: Villanova Wildcats vs Seton Hall Pirates
- Event Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Venue: Prudential Center, Newark, NJ
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Villanova Wildcats (9-2) are set to face off against the Seton Hall Pirates (11-1) this Tuesday at the Prudential Center.
In their previous clash, the Wildcats secured a victory over Wisconsin, triumphing with a score of 76-66. Villanova accumulated 16 fouls while Wisconsin recorded 20. The Wildcats hit 10 of their 23 attempts from beyond the arc, whereas Wisconsin managed to convert 6 of 10 free throw attempts for a shooting percentage of 60.0%. Wisconsin secured a total of 31 rebounds (7 offensive, 24 defensive) but did not register any blocks. Wisconsin also distributed 15 assists along with 4 steals. On the defensive end, Villanova allowed 44.6% shooting, permitting Wisconsin to make 25 out of 56 attempts. Additionally, Villanova recorded 16 assists, forced their opponents into 16 turnovers, and collected 9 steals. In terms of rebounding, the Wildcats gathered 36 boards, with 12 being offensive. At the charity stripe, they converted 13 of 19 attempts, achieving a free throw percentage of 68.4%. Overall, Villanova’s field goal percentage for the game was 40.0%, hitting 26 of 65 shots, including 11 of 31 from three-point range.
Tyler Perkins stood out as a key player in this matchup, scoring 19 points on 6 of 17 shooting. He logged 37 minutes on the court and grabbed 6 rebounds while providing 2 assists.
Villanova enters this contest with a season record of 9-2, averaging 80.0 points per game (129th in D-1) and boasting a field goal percentage of 46.5%. The Wildcats hit 36.7% of their three-point attempts (117 of 319) and convert 69.5% of free throw opportunities. This season, Villanova averages 37.7 rebounds per game and has recorded 180 assists, ranking 154th in college basketball for team assists. They average 10.0 turnovers per game and commit 15.9 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Wildcats force their opponents into an average of 13.1 turnovers per contest while drawing 16.4 fouls. They are ranked 114th in college basketball for assists allowed, having conceded 145 this season. The Wildcats allow a field goal percentage of 44.6% (274 of 615) and average 32.3 rebounds per game, giving up 38.5% from three-point range. They rank 70th in Division 1 for points allowed per game, giving up 67.9.
In their last game, the Seton Hall Pirates triumphed over Providence, concluding the game with a score of 72-67. They recorded a total of 31 rebounds, combining 22 defensive and 9 offensive boards. Seton Hall had 12 turnovers, while securing 12 steals throughout the match. Providence accrued 21 personal fouls, leading to 27 free throw attempts for Seton Hall, who converted 17 at a rate of 63.0%. Seton Hall was successful on 5 of 15 three-point attempts (33.3%) and shot 45.5% overall, making 25 of 55 field goal attempts. They allowed Providence to connect on 19 out of 48 attempts from the field for a shooting percentage of 39.6%. Providence managed to hit 5 out of 23 from downtown, and Seton Hall was successful on 24 of 30 free throw attempts (80.0%). Regarding rebounding, Seton Hall limited Providence to 26 total boards (4 offensive).
TJ Simpkins emerged as a pivotal player for the Pirates, scoring 22 points in his 30 minutes on the court without accounting for any assists. He achieved a shooting accuracy of 66.7%, making 6 out of 9 attempts, and added 1 rebound.
Seton Hall currently holds an 11-1 record this season. Offensively, the Pirates are operating at 46.3% from the field, ranking 145th in D-1. They have scored a total of 914 points this season (76.2 points per game) and average 35.5 rebounds. Their assist average sits at 15.2 per game (143rd in Division 1) with a turnover rate of 10.8 per game. The Pirates are committing about 19.3 personal fouls and maintain a free throw percentage of 75.0%.
Defensively, Seton Hall ranks 7th nationally in points allowed per game, permitting only 62.1. They force an average of 16.0 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 38.8% from the field (28th in D-1). The Pirates also concede 32.3% on three-point shots (82 of 254) and allow teams to convert 70.0% of their free throws. They average 10.8 assists allowed and 32.5 rebounds given up, ranking 33rd and 90th nationally, respectively.
Who will take the win in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Villanova
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