Xavier vs. Seton Hall Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Seton Hall Pirates will host the Xavier Musketeers on Wednesday night as both teams fight to build their NCAA Tournament resume. Can Kadary Richmond and the Pirates emerge victorious at home in this Big East battle? Matt McCuen provides his best bet in Xavier vs. Seton Hall.
Matt McCuen - February 14, 2024, 3:00 PM EST
5 minXavier vs. Seton Hall Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Xavier Musketeers and the Seton Hall Pirates will meet from Newark, New Jersey on Wednesday Night.
Xavier vs. Seton Hall DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: February 14, 2024
- Game Time: 7:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: FS1
Xavier vs. Seton Hall Prediction
This is a pivotal game for two teams that are on the bubble.
Xavier begins play with a 13-11 record.
The Musketeers' 7-6 conference record is good for fifth best in the Big East.
Xavier has yet to beat a top-25 team this season, which hurts their resume.
Atlanta native Quincy Olivari leads the Musketeers with 18.9 points per game.
Sophomore Desmond Claude has been great for the Musketeers, adding 16.3 points and 3.6 assists.
Dayvion McKnight leads the squad with 5.0 assists per game.
6’10 senior Abou Ousmane leads the squad with 6.5 rebounds.
Xavier’s offense has averaged 76.0 points per game while allowing 72.4.
Seton Hall comes into the contest with a record of 15-9.
Joe Lunardi currently has the Pirates projected as a last-four-out team.
This game is crucial for them to win tonight on their home court.
Seton Hall has impressive wins over Marquette, UConn, and Providence this season.
The Pirates are in fourth place in the conference (8-5).
Kadary Richmond leads the Seton Hall offensive attack with 15.9 points and 4.9 assists per game.
Newark native Al-Amir Dawes has had a strong season with 14.0 points and 2.3 assists.
Senior Dre Davis has added 13.9 points and 5.8 rebounds.
Jaden Bediako leads the Pirates with 7.4 rebounds.
Seton Hall's offense has averaged 72.8 points while allowing opponents 69.3 points.
Xavier vs. Seton Hall Pick
This is a must-win spot for Seton Hall tonight.
The Pirates have been great at home this year with a 10-3 record.
Xavier, meanwhile, has struggled playing away from home (2-5).
Seton Hall holds an advantage in the paint tonight, and Xavier has struggled to guard the paint this year.
Seton Hall's guards should be able to get into the paint and create offense all night.
Pick: Seton Hall ML -130 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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