This is an 8* play on Georgetown

We look to the Big East for this early Saturday tip with Georgetown (11-5) hosting Providence (10-5). The host Hoyas haven't been very effective this season - or the last few for that matter - but the good news is the number is inconsequential today. The Hoyas are coming off two close losses, by three to St. John's and six to Xavier. It's a similar story for Providence as they've lost by 11 to Creighton and six to Villanova. But the difference is both Friars losses came at home. They (Providence) are also still without guard A.J. Reeves (a 14.2 PPG scorer). After losing both meetings last year (by a total of nine points), Georgetown is going to come in highly motivated Saturday. G'town is the superior offensive side in this one, averaging 82.7 PPG overall and 87.8 PPG at home. Play on GEORGETOWN

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