Most sportsbooks have Villanova (15-5) as an 8.5-point home favorite against Providence in tonight's game scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Eastern on FS1. The total points line is set at 156.5, with the 'over' trending favorably, having cashed in 6 of Villanova's last 7 games and 9 of Providence's last 12. Providence might be without key player Justin Edwards, who is questionable; he has missed the last five games. Providence's offensive efficiency ranks #25 nationally, but their defense is weak, ranked #196 in defensive efficiency, allowing an average of 86.1 points per game. Providence's games have averaged a combined score of 174.9 points. Villanova has been strong offensively, especially at home, with recent games exceeding the total line. The prediction favors Villanova to win comfortably and cover the spread, with a recommended bet on the 'over' 156.5 points and a specific parlay including Villanova -8.5, over 156.5, Bryce Lindsay under 12.5 points, and Jaylin Sellers over 14.5 points. The game will be held at Villanova's Finneran Pavilion, with tip-off at 7 p.m. ET.