Halftime Report

A win for Villanova would push their record over .500, and after one quarter of play they've put themselves in a good position to make it happen. They have jumped out to a quick 30-29 lead against Lafayette. This matchup is far closer than the pair's previous matchup, which was decided by 47 points.

If Villanova keeps playing like this they'll be starting off their season with a 'W'. On the other hand, Lafayette will be starting their season off on the wrong foot unless they turn things around (and fast).

Who's Playing

Lafayette Leopards @ Villanova Wildcats

Current Records: Lafayette 0-0, Villanova 0-0

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What to Know

The Lafayette Leopards will hit the road to start this year's campaign against the Villanova Wildcats. Tip off is scheduled at 8:00 p.m. ET on Monday at Finneran Pavilion.

Looking back to last season, Villanova finished on the right side of .500 (17-14), and they're hoping to kick off an even more successful campaign this year. On the other hand, Lafayette will seek to improve after finishing 11-20.

Everything came up roses for Villanova against Lafayette in their previous meeting back in November of 2017, as the squad secured a 104-57 win. In that contest, Villanova amassed a halftime lead of 56-23, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Monday.

As for their next game, the game looks promising for Villanova, as the team is favored by a full 20.5 points. They finished last season with a 16-14-1 record against the spread.

Odds

Villanova is a big 20.5-point favorite against Lafayette, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 20.5-point spread, and stayed right there.


The over/under is 129.5 points.

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Series History

Villanova has won both of the games they've played against Lafayette in the last 8 years.

  • Nov 17, 2017 - Villanova 104 vs. Lafayette 57
  • Nov 11, 2016 - Villanova 88 vs. Lafayette 48