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22-3 Providence will host 17-9 Xavier for a 7 EST matchup. The Friars are favored by 1 point but were going to take them on the ML at (-115) since this looks to be a close game but Providence is one of the best teams in tight games since they are (10-1 SU) in games decided by 5 points or fewer with multiple by just 1 point this season. Providence squeaked out a win over Butler on the road 71-70 without starting guard Al Durham who is one of their leading scorers so with him back tonight expect their offense to be in sync. Xavier is (8-14 SU) in their L22 when the line is +3 to -3. Take Providence at home.
Pick: PROVIDENCE ML -115