DePaul Blue Demons vs Villanova Wildcats predictions, Mar 04, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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As the DePaul Blue Demons prepare to host the Villanova Wildcats on March 4, 2026, basketball enthusiasts can look forward to a compelling matchup showcasing two teams with differing recent performances. The Blue Demons enter the game with a strong momentum, having secured victories in four of their last five contests. Their recent form suggests a solid offensive and defensive synergy, crucial for capitalizing on any scoring opportunities that arise at home.

On the other hand, the Wildcats have also found success, winning three out of their last five games, though they face an uphill battle in DePaul’s home environment. Villanova’s strategic ability to adapt their playstyle may play a crucial role, particularly if they can effectively counter DePaul’s home advantage.

Bookmakers reflect a competitive dynamic, offering odds of 2.39 for a home win and 1.53 for an away victory, with model predictions indicating a 40.5% chance of a DePaul triumph contrasted by a 59.5% likelihood for Villanova. The predicted final score stands at 65-69, suggesting a close encounter. While both teams possess strengths to exploit, the outcome remains uncertain, making this matchup an intriguing spectacle for fans and bettors alike.

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DePaul
39%

Villanova
61%

Prediction (the most likely score): 65:69

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.5		1.51
	2.4		1.53
	2.21		1.55

Latest Results

01.03.26 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 51:62
25.02.26 Creighton Blue Jays basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 71:72
21.02.26 DePaul Blue Demons basketball – Providence Friars basketball – 68:71
18.02.26 Seton Hall Pirates basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 57:69
11.02.26 DePaul Blue Demons basketball – Creighton Blue Jays basketball – 72:71

28.02.26 St. Johns Red Storm basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 89:57
25.02.26 Villanova Wildcats basketball – Butler Bulldogs basketball – 82:73
21.02.26 Villanova Wildcats basketball – Connecticut Huskies basketball – 63:73
17.02.26 Xavier Musketeers basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 89:92 OT
14.02.26 Creighton Blue Jays basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 69:80

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, DePaul won 0.

DePaul is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Villanova has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Villanova may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Villanova might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, DePaul won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 18 matches, and goals 1216:1509. (average 60.8:75.5).

Including home matches between the teams, DePaul won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 528:642. (average 66:80.3).

Latest Head To Head

31.12.25 Villanova Wildcats basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 71:66
05.02.25 DePaul Blue Demons basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 49:59
04.01.25 Villanova Wildcats basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 100:56
13.03.24 Villanova Wildcats basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 58:57
12.01.24 Villanova Wildcats basketball – DePaul Blue Demons basketball – 94:69

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.31 (14.96%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 4.36 (14.79%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (11.74%)

4. Florida Gators: 8.6 (7.51%)

5. Houston Cougars: 11.7 (5.52%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 16.4 (3.94%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 17 (3.8%)

8. Iowa State: 21.4 (3.02%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 27 (2.39%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 37 (1.74%)

11. Michigan State: 45 (1.43%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 51.2 (1.26%)

13. St. Johns Sonics: 55 (1.17%)

14. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 57.4 (1.12%)

15. Arkansas Razorbacks: 57.4 (1.12%)

16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 57.4 (1.12%)

17. St. Johns Red Storm: 61.5 (1.05%)

18. Tennessee Volunteers: 65.4 (0.99%)

19. Virginia Cavaliers: 73.4 (0.88%)

20. North Carolina: 76.2 (0.85%)

21. Texas Tech: 80.2 (0.8%)

22. Kentucky Wildcats: 85.2 (0.76%)

23. Louisville: 98.2 (0.66%)

24. VCU Rams: 100 (0.65%)

25. UC Irvine: 100 (0.65%)

26. High Point: 100 (0.65%)

27. Liberty: 100 (0.65%)

28. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.65%)

29. McNeese State: 100 (0.65%)

30. Utah State: 100 (0.65%)

31. Yale: 100 (0.65%)

32. Saint Marys: 100 (0.65%)

33. Vanderbilt Commodores: 100.2 (0.64%)

34. Wisconsin Badgers: 105.2 (0.61%)

35. Clemson: 105.2 (0.61%)

36. Brigham Young: 105.2 (0.61%)

37. Iowa Hawkeyes: 110.2 (0.59%)

38. St. Louis Billikens: 110.2 (0.59%)

39. NC State: 110.2 (0.59%)

40. Texas A&M: 120.2 (0.54%)

41. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.5%)

42. Miami (FL): 130.2 (0.5%)

43. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.5%)

44. UCLA: 130.2 (0.5%)

45. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.43%)

46. Villanova Wildcats: 180.2 (0.36%)

47. Indiana Hoosiers: 180.2 (0.36%)

48. UCF Knights: 180.2 (0.36%)

49. Ohio State Buckeyes: 180.2 (0.36%)

50. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.36%)

51. Auburn Tigers: 180.2 (0.36%)

52. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.36%)

53. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.28%)

54. Santa Clara: 230.2 (0.28%)

55. Virginia Tech: 280.2 (0.23%)

56. TCU: 280.2 (0.23%)

57. West Virginia: 280.2 (0.23%)

58. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.23%)

59. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.13%)

60. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

61. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

62. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.06%)

63. USC Trojans: 1001 (0.06%)

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